Breathwork Magic

In this powerful episode of Breathwork Magic, Amanda is joined by Trea, Krav Maga instructor, behavioral analyst, and breath coach for a deep conversation about reclaiming the breath, rewiring the body, and bridging the gap between meditation and real-life presence. With a background in psychology and education, Trea brings a grounded and insightful perspective on how breathwork can shift performance, mindset, and nervous system regulation.

They explore the hidden ways society disrupts natural breathing patterns from a young age, why most people are unknowingly over-breathing (especially during exercise), and how simple adjustments to breath and awareness can create profound transformation. Trea also shares what happened when he attended a Navy SEAL-led breathwork event, his unexpected experience with emotional release, and why he continues to explore this practice—even when it feels uncomfortable.

🔹 Episode Highlights

[2:33] – Discovering breathwork after decades of meditation and high-performance training

[3:58] – What Krav Maga taught Trea about survival, stress, and the importance of breath

[7:59] – Everyday mindfulness: How opening a door became a moment of presence

[12:48] – Turning 40 and the mindset shift that sparked his deep dive into breathwork

[15:17] – Rib cage flexibility, breath mechanics, and how society teaches us to breathe incorrectly

[21:50] – Warrior breathing with Navy SEALs: Trea’s first conscious connected breath session

[28:27] – Why most people breathe too much during exercise and how to fix it

[35:14] – The “breathing gears” concept: How to breathe smarter, not harder, during movement

Resources Mentioned by Trea

Throughout the episode, Trea shares some of the most impactful teachers, tools, and frameworks that have shaped his breathwork and mindfulness journey. Here are the key resources he referenced:

• Dr. Belisa Vranich – The Breathing Class

• Unified Mindfulness – Shinzen Young

• Patrick McKeown – Oxygen Advantage

• Stig Åvall Severinsen – Breatheology

• Brian MacKenzie – Shift Adapt

• Mark Divine – Unbeatable Mind

This episode is packed with insights for anyone interested in performance, nervous system regulation, or simply learning to breathe in a way that supports the body and mind. Whether you’re a seasoned breathworker or just getting started, Trea’s story offers powerful reminders of what’s possible when we reconnect with the breath.

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