Breathing affects all our body systems. Even sleep, memory, energy levels and concentration can be improved by breathing properly. When we breathe well, we create the best conditions for health and wellbeing. In partnership with WebMD these webinars are an introduction to the fascinating and powerful nature of something we do every day- often without thinking. Webinars will be recorded and can be watched individually or in any sequence.
Session 1: Title: The Anatomy and Physiology of Breath
Presented by Laura Jacobson MScN from WebMD Health Services
Breathing is the most essential part of life, yet we do it without even thinking about it. There are many parts of the body that play a role in breathing, not just your lungs. Join this webinar to find out the details of what happens when you take a breath.
Participants will:
- Learn the anatomy and physiology of the nose, sinuses, palate, lungs, and diaphragm
- Learn the physiology of breathing
- Learn about oxygenating your body
- Learn about respiratory conditions
- Participate in a guided meditation
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Session 2: Strengthening the Breath
Presented by Theresa Cross MS RDN, PEBB Wellness Manager
Several sets of muscles work to bring air into our bodies. Like other muscles, they can become chronically tight and shortened, can weaken and have poor tone, and not work well to do what they were meant: to bring in oxygen and help regulate the amount of
carbon dioxide in our bodies.
Participants will:
Learn the primary and secondary breathing muscles and their functions
Learn the benefits of breathing deeply using all the breathing muscles
Be shown ways to strengthen breathing muscles and have an opportunity to practice different breathing techniques.
Session 3: Improving Health through Breathing
Presented by Deanna Reiter MA, Co-founder/Director, Qi Breathing.
How we breathe is connected to our health. Discover how some common diseases are improved through better breathing. Learn simple techniques to enhance the quality of your health.
Participants will:
- Learn how improved respiration influences common diseases
- Practice different breathing techniques that can be used daily to enhance your health
- Experience a guided relaxation exercise to relax and release tension
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