Discover how modern life is radically reshaping the way we breathe. In this in‑depth conversation, Patrick McKeown (Oxygen Advantage) and Tom Myers (Anatomy Trains) explore the hidden links between our environment, posture, jaws, emotions, and breathing patterns. You’ll learn: - Why we’ve “made a zoo and now live in it” – and how tech, sitting, and urban living drive anxiety and dysfunctional breathing - How our genes, lifestyle, and domestication have literally narrowed our faces, jaws, and air...
May 06, 2026•1 hr 8 min•Season 7Ep. 4
What happens when an overactive mind, guilt, and addiction take over completely? In this episode, Patrick McKeown speaks with John O’Hegarty about a life that moved from philosophy and curiosity… into addiction, bank robberies, prison — and eventually recovery through breath, movement, and meaning. John shares, in a very real and unfiltered way, how addiction changed his thinking, how rationality disappeared, and how actions that once felt unthinkable became normal. He talks about the mindset be...
Apr 16, 2026•1 hr 2 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Discover how changing your breathing can transform your running performance, recovery, and overall enjoyment of the sport. In this conversation, Patrick McKeown (author of The Oxygen Advantage) interviews David “Jacko” Jackson, former professional rugby player, strength & conditioning coach, and author of “Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger” (out March 12, 2026). They explore: How Jacko accidentally knocked over a minute off his 5K time in four weeks just by changing his breathing—not his trainin...
Mar 13, 2026•1 hr 17 min•Season 7Ep. 3
Can strength training, breathwork, and self-awareness completely transform a life shaped by bullying, low confidence, and an eating disorder? In this powerful conversation, professional strongwoman and strength & performance coach Sandra Bradley shares how she became one of the world’s leading strongwomen and how tools like Oxygen Advantage® breathing, mindfulness, and process-focused training have shaped her body and mind. We explore: - How Sandra went from watching World’s Strongest Man on...
Feb 16, 2026•54 min•Season 7Ep. 1
As we close out Season 6 of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast, this special finale brings together five standout moments that capture the depth and diversity of conversations we’ve had this past few years. Featuring: • James Nestor on the lost art and power of nasal breathing • Dr. Nathan Bryan on nitric oxide and whole-body health • Ihor Verys on breath as a tool for world-class endurance • Dr. George Dallam on the science of nasal vs. mouth breathing in sport • Robin Rothenberg on where pranayama ...
Dec 15, 2025•53 min•Season 6Ep. 13
Patrick McKeown meets James Nestor, author of Breath The new science of a lost art James Nestor is the author of a new book on breathing called: Breath: The new science of a lost art : https://www.mrjamesnestor.com/breath James Nestor is an author and journalist who has written for Outside Magazine, Men's Journal, The Atlantic, National Public Radio, The New York Times, Scientific American and more. Nestor’s new book, Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, will be released through Riverhead/Peng...
Nov 21, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 12
In this special Oxygen Advantage® conversation, Patrick McKeown speaks with Rostislav Václavek , Master Instructor for Oxygen Advantage® and Buteyko Clinic International®, and the breathing coach of UFC fighter Jiří Procházka . Together, they explore the science and practice of breath training — from recovery and focus to repeated sprint ability and endurance under fatigue. Rostislav shares insights from his three-year collaboration with Jiří, explaining how breath-hold sprints, nasal breathing,...
Oct 21, 2025•42 min•Season 6Ep. 11
In this episode, Patrick McKeown interviews Simon Fogarty about his personal and professional journey, focusing on the challenges of career burnout and the importance of aligning work with personal values. Simon shares his experience of moving from a long legal career into yoga, coaching, and breathwork after facing burnout and discovering the impact of stress and unmanaged mental health. The conversation explores how foundational breathing practices and self-awareness can transform one’s abilit...
Oct 10, 2025•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 10
In this candid and insightful episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Dermot Whelan—comedian, broadcaster, and author of "Busy and Wrecked"—to explore the realities of stress, burnout, and the relentless pace of modern life. Dermot shares his personal journey from panic attacks and overwhelm to discovering the transformative power of meditation and mindful breathing. Together, they unpack the concept of "peace pinchers"—the everyday habits, people, and situations that steal our sense of calm—and...
Sep 12, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 9
In this powerful and inspiring conversation, Paralympic legend Marcel Hug sits down with Patrick McKeown to reflect on his remarkable journey in wheelchair racing. With six Paralympic Games, seven gold medals, and six world records to his name, Marcel shares the mindset, training strategies, and personal philosophy that drive his success. Born with Spina Bifida, Marcel transitioned to a wheelchair at the age of eight—an experience that marked the beginning of a lifelong pursuit of excellence. He...
Aug 14, 2025•47 min•Season 6Ep. 8
In this powerful conversation, GAA hurling legend TJ Reid shares transformative insights on passion, personal development, and peak performance. Discover how elite athletes approach challenges, build resilience, and maintain mental and physical health. TJ discusses strategies for overcoming workplace stress, developing a winning mindset, and prioritizing self-care. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, entrepreneur, or professional seeking personal growth, this interview offers invaluable wisdom o...
Jul 16, 2025•52 min•Season 6Ep. 7
Join Patrick McKeown and Hannah Barrett as they dive deep into the transformative power of yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness. Discover how simple techniques can revolutionize your mental health, reduce stress, and create lasting personal change. Hannah shares her incredible journey from corporate actuary to renowned yoga instructor, offering practical insights for anyone seeking balance and wellness. Key Topics: Stress management through yoga Accessible breathwork techniques Mindfulness for begi...
Jun 13, 2025•51 min•Season 6Ep. 5
This audio is taken from Patrick McKeown's talk at the Health Optimisation Summit in Austin, Texas, April 2025. Unlock the Hidden Power of Breathing with Patrick McKeown Are you breathing correctly? Most people aren't. In this groundbreaking presentation, breathing expert Patrick McKeown reveals how your breath dramatically impacts: 🧠 Brain Performance Increase blood flow to the brain by 6-9% Improve memory and concentration Reduce anxiety and cognitive dysfunction ❤️ Heart Health Optimize oxyg...
May 27, 2025•31 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Patrick McKeown sits down with Dr. Nathan Bryan, a world-leading expert in nitric oxide research, to uncover the critical role of this often-overlooked gas in human health. Discover how nasal breathing, diet, and lifestyle can dramatically impact your body's nitric oxide production and transform your overall well-being. Learn how nitric oxide: - Improves cardiovascular health - Enhances respiratory function - Boosts immune system performance - Supports sexual health - Reduces inflammation From s...
May 21, 2025•58 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Discover the transformative power of manifestation with Nicola O'Neill, a spiritual teacher who went from personal chaos to mastering the universal laws of attraction. In this eye-opening podcast, Nicola reveals how your thoughts create your reality, sharing practical techniques to: Understand the science behind manifestation Shift from negative to positive thinking Use gratitude and affirmations to change your life Break through fear and limiting beliefs Harness your mind's incredible potential...
Apr 25, 2025•54 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this podcast, Patrick McKeown sits down with Jack McMillan, a former professional footballer, Advanced Oxygen Advantage® Breathwork Instructor, and founder of Optima Performance. The discussion focuses on breathing techniques for elite athletes, the importance of breath training in sports performance, and how functional breathing can be a game-changer in both pre-performance preparation and in-game execution. Jack shares his personal journey from football to breathwork, how he first discovere...
Mar 28, 2025•2 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Season 6 of the Oxygen Advantage® Podcast kicks off with a conversation that will change the way you think about running, endurance, and most importantly - breathing. In this episode, Patrick McKeown sits down with Sid Garza-Hillman - author, coach, and Oxygen Advantage instructor - to explore the intersection of breathing, endurance, and everyday life. Sid shares his journey from musician to nutritionist and running coach, revealing how nasal breathing transformed his training, recovery, and st...
Feb 22, 2025•56 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Adam Burgess is a silver medalist Olympian and a passionate advocate for the transformative power of breathing. As a full-time professional canoeist, Adam has dedicated his career to pushing the boundaries of athletic performance, but it was his exploration of breathing that unlocked a new level of holistic wellness and success. After struggling with breathing challenges early in his career, including a misdiagnosis of exercise-induced asthma, Adam embarked on a journey of discovery that led him...
Dec 13, 2024•58 min•Season 5Ep. 13
Meet Robin Rothberg, a yoga therapist with over forty years of experience and a unique approach to breathing and wellness. Robin’s journey began with her own struggles with chronic pain and respiratory issues, leading her to explore beyond traditional yoga practices. With deep insights into the science of breathing, Robin emphasizes the importance of functional, nose-based breathing techniques, drawing from Buteyko methods to counteract the stress and health issues often exacerbated by conventio...
Nov 13, 2024•50 min•Season 5Ep. 12
Dr. George Dallam holds the rank of Distinguished Professor in the School of Health Science and Human Movement at Colorado State University – Pueblo (CSUP). He has taught a wide variety of classes in exercise physiology, research and statistics, behaviour facilitation, sport psychology, kinesiology, biomechanics, management, exercise assessment and prescription, swimming, running and triathlon. He is past chair and an ongoing member of the CSUP Institutional Review Board, as well as being the lo...
Oct 15, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 11
Evan Birch, a first responder and dispatch operator for over two decades, discusses his transition to running and the importance of nose breathing. He highlights his experience with PTSD and how breath work, including nose breathing, helps him manage stress and improve performance. Evan shares his journey from mouth breathing to nose breathing, noting significant improvements in his running speed and endurance. He emphasizes the benefits of nose breathing for mental health, recovery, and overall...
Sep 16, 2024•56 min•Season 5Ep. 10
In this month's episode of The Oxygen Advantage Podcast, Patrick McKeown talks to Dr. Charlie Weingroff. They discuss the significance of language in yoga and coaching, the challenges of communicating effectively in manual therapy, and the scientific basis of manual therapy techniques. They also delve into the nuances of breathing and respiration, challenging common misunderstandings and emphasizing their interconnectedness with relaxation, athletic performance, and overall well-being. Additiona...
Aug 16, 2024•1 hr 44 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Patrick McKeown and James Stirling discuss the transformative potential of sport and fitness in helping at-risk youth find themselves and improve their mental and physical health. James shares his experience using football as a tool to help young people involved in gangs, crime, and drugs, while Patrick emphasizes the importance of accessibility and enjoyment in personalized fitness approaches. They discuss the benefits of physical exercise beyond aesthetics, highlighting the need for patience, ...
Jul 16, 2024•38 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Patrick was interviewed on Ireland's National Radio Station, RTÉ Radio 1, this week. It was an amazing interview, and great to hear so many Irish supporters tuned in. Here is the full interview.
Jul 11, 2024•23 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Patrick McKeown speaking at the Health Optimisation Summit 2024 in London. June 16th 2024. Patrick McKeown is a prominent figure in the field of breath training. His background, having personally experienced respiratory issues like asthma, rhinitis, and sleep-disordered breathing, adds a unique dimension to his expertise. 21 years experiences are reflected in his written works, with ten books on breath training to his name. Some of his notable books include ‘Breathing for Yoga,’ ‘Atomic Focus,’ ...
Jun 19, 2024•40 min•Season 5Ep. 6
In the latest episode of the Oxygen Advantage podcast, health coach Becca Holland joins Patrick McKeown for a discussion on women's health, stress management, and hormonal balance. Becca, a former PE teacher from Ireland, shares her journey from teaching to health coaching, focusing on the vital role of stress regulation and hormone understanding. The conversation dives into practical strategies for managing stress, the impact of chronic stress on women's health, and how breathing patterns chang...
Jun 13, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Eddie Stern is a yoga teacher, author, and researcher based in New York City. He has a multi-disciplinary approach to yoga which includes studying traditional texts and combining the application of the practices contained within them to science, research, technology, and collaboration. He is involved in evidence-based research in the healing capacities of Yoga, recently completing a masters in science for yoga research at the Vivekananda Yoga University. He has published several scientific paper...
May 08, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 5Ep. 4
This week on The Chris Evans Breakfast Show, Patrick McKeown was a guest. The discussed all things nasal breathing and its importance. Patrick gave Chris a pack of MyoTape to try and it was a success! Listen to what he said on his following show.
Apr 19, 2024•12 min•Season 5Ep. 3
17 April 2024 Patrick was a guest on Virgin Radio's The Chris Evans Breakfast Show talking all things Nasal Breathing. A huge show to appear on as The Chris Evans Breakfast Show has 1,000,000 plus weekly listeners. Check out the interview here!
Apr 17, 2024•32 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Whilst in Las Vegas, Patrick McKeown met with Ultramarathon Runner and Barkley Marathon Winner, Ihor Verys. One of Verys’ trademarks — a secret he’s honed during training — is his ability to breathe through his nose in everything but the most extreme efforts. It helps him regulate his exertion. Verys who met Patrick recently for lunch in Las Vegas learned his secret breathing techniques from Patrick's book, The Oxygen Advantage. Verys now calls the book one of his ultrarunning bibles. This is a ...
Apr 16, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 5Ep. 1
