Breathing - a fundamental, automated process that we don't give much thought to until we decide to wade back into the waters of fitness after a period of inactivity or attempt a maximal effort, then we are suddenly reminded by burning lungs and constricted chest. This sensation tends to get the better of us and makes it hard to proceed - let's face it, it feels kak, especially for newbie runners. We're told it gets easier or do we just get better? In this episode we take a deep dive into breathing and the multifaceted ways that we can use our breath to make running a much easier and enjoyable experience!Our guest, Dr. Lawrence van Lingen, a Chiropractor by trade and human physiology and performance boffin by experience, helps us make sense of seemingly complex concepts like:Why breathing right matters and the physiology behind the process.Nose breathing vs. mouth breathing.Why CO2 is not just a "waste" by-product but the secret sauce powering performance.Breathing efficiently at any pace.Interactive breathing techniques, tests and exercises.The relationship between breathing, mindfulness, emotion and our perception.The effect breathing has on nutrition (this one was a wow moment).How changing your breathing can change your cadence, tendency to cramp and even injury incidence.Although much was covered there is still so much more that could've been discussed - this is a fascinating topic! If you'd like to connect with Lawrence, find him at https://www.innerunner.com/about-us or give him a follow https://www.instagram.com/lawrencevanlingen/Let us know what you thought of the episode and what you'd like us to cover next. Enjoy!