If your breathing has felt uncomfortable lately or you're getting short of breath doing things that didn't used to bother you you've probably wondered what's going on. The answer isn't always an obvious lung condition. Sometimes the issue is the pattern of your breathing itself: the speed, the depth, the mechanics and the muscles you're using to do it. What is a breathing pattern disorder? A breathing pattern disorder (BPD) describes a change to the normal rhythm and mechanic

People often assume that breathing all about the lungs. In reality, it is a whole-body movement that relies on the ribs, spine, diaphragm, muscles and joints all working together. That's why stretching and mobility work can play an important role in helping your breathing feel easier and more efficient. At The Breathing MOT, we assess not just how someone breathes but how well their rib cage and thoracic spine move. These structures have a direct influence on your ability to

When you run, you may expect your legs to tire first. But for many people, it’s their breathing that gives up before anything else. Do you recognise this feeling? You can’t quite get enough air in Your breathing becomes rushed or out of control You have to stop, not because your legs are tired but because your breathing feels off If that sounds familiar, it’s worth knowing this isn’t always about fitness and it’s not always a lung problem either! When your breathing doesn’t m