I have recently been exploring combining traditional strength and conditioning circuits and “NASAL” breathing to improve CO2 tolerance, cardiac output, mood, and mental clarity. I’m excited about this combination. And it’s a great fit for your #athomeworkouts and/or #vacationworkouts as well.
Here’s what you’re gonna need:
- Comfortable/clear space
- Maybe something for the back of your head/neck?
- A book…you don’t like:)
- A wall
That’s it!
Here’s what you’re gonna do:
Warm-up with my Longevity Daily Practice "Your STACK and EXHALE!" https://youtu.be/QD8ZwYjfCI4
This circuit consists of 3 exercises. The goal is to maintain a “STACKED” position…your head over your shoulders, over your hips…throughout and NASAL breathe for the entire 15-minute session.
💥 Remember: CO2 builds up much faster while moving versus at rest! So, if you need a break (need to exhale out your mouth), do so and let your heart rate come down.
If you have a heart rate monitor, this would be a great time to wear it. The goal is to maintain anywhere from 120 - 140bpm. If you don’t have one, no worries, just monitor your perceived exertion. If 1 is sitting on the couch and 10 is a MAX effort. Keep it around a 5/6. Approximately:) Of course, STOP! if something hurts or you don’t feel well at any point.
Let’s MOVE! Running Clock: 15 continuous min or 3(5min) intervals with 1 min rest in between each round.
1) SQUATTY SQUATS x 10 reps - Heels elevated - Tall through upper back/neck - Subtle TUCK of your hips (gently pull back pockets to heels) - NASAL EXHALE/REACH: forward/down (GET ABS!) - NASAL INHALE: down - NASAL EXHALE: up 2) BEAR PUSH-UPS x 10 - Feet flexed/as much as possible against wall - Knees under hips - Hands under shoulders and a bit wider - Subtle TUCK of your hips (gently pull back pockets to heels) (DON’T CRUNCH!)
- NASAL EXHALE: push floor away with upper back, shoulders, and arms (GET ABS!)
✔️ Knees hover above the floor during set! - NASAL INHALE: down - NASAL EXHALE: up
3) PULLOVER x 10
- Feet flat on the floor/Knees/Hips same line
- Subtle TUCK of your hips (low back kissing ground)
- NASAL EXHALE: grasping book on both ends, PRESS/REACH LONG (shoulder blades off the floor) (GET ABS!)
- NASAL INHALE: reach overhead comfortably (DON’T SHRUG!)
- NASAL EXHALE: pull back over chest Cool Down: Lie flat on your back, on the ground, and just let go. Let your body be heavy.
NASAL BREATHING: INHALE: 4sec/EXHALE: 4sec x 12
Notice how you feel afterward? Let me know what you think.
Dedicated to your health and longevity,
Mike
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