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The Commodification of Breath: Parsing Fact from Fiction in the Gilded Age of Breathwork and Breathing Influencers

AASP

It might be the simplest and most direct lever we have to modulate our nervous system. Diaphragmatic breathing engages the parasympathetic nervous system and promotes the “relaxation response” (the opposite of the stress response) - calmness, reduced muscle tension, lower heart rate and respiratory rate. How Does It Work?

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Health Education Lesson Plans

PLT4M

Food also provides non-energy vitamins and minerals that support essential activities like converting food to energy, developing hormones, supporting the immune and nervous systems, and protecting our body from damage. Sleep contributes to improved reaction times, faster recovery, and enhanced endurance. Skein, M.,

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How a Good Athlete Management System Benefits Teams and Coaches

First Beat

We will dive into the advanced features of these systems, including physiological data management, training load monitoring, and recovery insights, and show how they meet the unique demands of coaches, analysts, and athletes. Among specialized AMS tools, Firstbeat stands out for its focus on accurate physiological data.