Host: Dr. MATT MINARD

Episode Summary

Dr. Matt Minard is a Physical Therapist who enjoys both the physical and mental benefits of running. In addition, he's passionate about helping others run safely.

Dr. Minard discusses breathing fundamentals as they apply to running. He explains the role of oxygen flow in deciding what breathing technique is most applicable at different stages of running.

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Top Takeaways: 

• "Everything that has to with movement; our muscles are responsible for that"


• - [Dr. Matt Minard]


• "Don't restrict the stomach from going out and in"


• - [Dr. Matt Minard]

Episode Highlights:

• [01:56 ] Today's topic is on Breathing. 

  
  



• [02:38 ] Understanding Breathing Mechanics. 

  
  



• [06:55 ] Does breathing change at different paces? 

  
  



• [11:07 ] Applying breathing mechanics to the “running gears”. 

  
  



• [14:05 ] Should you brace your core while running? 

  
  



• [16:48 ] Should you breathe through your nose or your mouth while running? 

  
  



• [21:34 ] How to apply breathing techniques.

  
  

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