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239: Martin McPhilime, Respiratory & Sleep Scientist: The Hidden Link Between Breathing, CO₂ & Deep Sleep That No One Talks About
About this Episode
Martin is a renowned authority in Breath Science, bringing together an impressive blend of expertise as a Respiratory and Sleep Scientist, Exercise Physiologist, and Behavioural Science Practitioner. With over 15 years of experience in research, clinical work, and training, Martin is not only a consultant, scientist and educator but also a passionate advocate for healthy, connected living. Martin is the founder of Performance Through Health and The School of Breath Science. Who is committed to his vision of creating a world where people can achieve optimal health and happiness his unique blend of academic rigor, clinical expertise, and personal passion positions him at the forefront of the Breath Science field, making him a trusted figure in helping others achieve their best health and raising the standard of scientific understanding in the breath and wellbeing space.
SHOWNOTES:
😴 What if your breathing patterns are quietly sabotaging your deep sleep?
😴 How breathing reveals your nervous system state and why safety unlocks deep rest
😴 Why stressed brains struggle to let go at night and how to train calm
😴 Can you train sleep like a skill? Science-backed behavior rhythms that change rest
😴 Why consistent wake time may matter more than total sleep hours
😴 The underrated power of slow breathing before bed, how long is enough?
😴 Functional vs dysfunctional breathing and how it shows up in sleep
😴 CO₂ sensitivity and its link to light sleep & nighttime wake-ups
😴 What breath-work can and cannot, do for sleep apnea
😴 How leptin and metabolic stress affect nighttime breathing
😴 Should you ditch your sleep tracker? Ortho-insomnia explained
😴 What respiratory rate really reveals about stress load & sleep readiness
😴 How scent + stillness before bed can anchor the nervous system
😴 And many more
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