Breathing is often treated as simple.
Physiology tells a different story.

Under stress, fatigue, and high demand, breathing behavior shifts in predictable — but often misunderstood — ways. Many popular breathing claims fail to account for CO₂ regulation, respiratory muscle work, or the tradeoffs the body makes under pressure.

In this live webinar, Dylan McKay and Dr. Nina Bausek examine common breathing myths through the lens of physiology, data, and operational experience.

This session focuses on understanding mechanisms — not selling techniques.

DISCUSSION POINTS

• Common breathing myths and why they persist
• What CO₂ actually tells us about breathing efficiency
• Why “slower” or “deeper” breathing is not always better
• How stress reshapes breathing behavior automatically
• What wearable feedback reveals that baseline testing often misses
• Where breathing fits — and doesn’t fit — in performance conversations

This discussion is designed for:

• Clinicians and performance professionals
• Tactical and high-stress occupations
• Athletes and high performers
• Anyone seeking clarity beyond surface-level breathing advice

Breathing advice is often framed as universal and simple.
Physiology is neither.

Under stress, breathing behavior changes automatically. CO₂ levels shift. Respiratory muscle demand increases. These changes influence perceived effort, cognitive clarity, and physical control — often without awareness.

When breathing is misunderstood, performance issues are misattributed to mindset, conditioning, or motivation.

This discussion reframes breathing as a physiological behavior shaped by demand, stress exposure, and adaptation — not a one-size solution. Understanding what is real versus assumed allows clinicians, trainers, and high-performance professionals to ask better questions and make better decisions.