How is this guy not mainstream yet? More people need to see his content. Love your work Kitaro

@atomoyoga

Жыл бұрын

Because there are thousands of guys with this very little education that just copy paste what Hubberman say. Thousands and thousands! Nothing special 😂😂

@gooddaysgames586

Жыл бұрын

Perhaps slightly adjusted thumbnail images and better click bait headlines? I agree with your sentiment: his content is great.

@rawfitzness9355

Жыл бұрын

Because Huberman is main stream. Still, Kitaro's perspective and practice is really increasing the impact of the information from Andrew and is deepening the Wim's method. Not at all a copy/paste in Kitaro's case.

@HudsonTaylorMusic

Жыл бұрын

He needs to limit the audio on his videos. He talks too quietly, so that you can’t actually hear him if you’re watching videos on loud trains for example 🤷🏻‍♂️ calming voice but the audio is processed too quietly.

@rakeemkemp3734

Жыл бұрын

I agree

This was a fantastic video. I’ve heard of this breathing technique and may have inadvertently tried a part of it a few months ago. For 15 years, I suffered from chronic pain, doctors said it was neuropathy because I am diabetic. Turns out it was a paralyzed right diaphragm. I had injured my neck about 18 years ago in a car accident. I thought it wasn't bad but a few months ago I was meditating and doing deep diahpragmage breathing. It inflated and almost instantly dozens of health issues disappeared. A lot of them had been brought on by my autonomic nervous system being out of wack. I had severe stomach issues, breathing problems, and a very fast heartbeat, I would sweat so much and couldn't control my temperature. Turns out the Phrenic Nerve on the C3 and C5 was injured, which connects to the diaphragm. The diaphragm to the QL muscles in the back leads to sciatica. There is a thing called Phrenic Neuropathy which stems from that injured nerve causing upper body pain. All of it was gone in a few breaths! Breath is life!

@nomitnegi2265

Ай бұрын

Hey I'm going through same problem my left side nerves body is impacted please help if u can share journey of healing and any update regarding your health

@alviscardi

Ай бұрын

@@nomitnegi2265 Have an x-ray done of your diaphragm to see if it's compressed. Also, look up “deep belly breathing” or “diaphragm breathing”. I can't guarantee anything but that type of breathing method was what helped me. It's almost a year later and I am still doing great. With barely any nerve pain.

Been watching you for a few months now and I really enjoy your channel and I also find it amazing that you simplify so much research into a short video

youre presence is so calming its insane. no clue how you do that but im striving to get to that level of calmess. you earned yourself a sub. keep it up

Another amazing video kitaro!! Your by far my favourite breath work teacher! Good work brother, thanks for being a part of my journey, my life has drastically changed these past 6 months, and I've been involved in a lifetime practice of intermittant martial arts, qigong, taijichuan...but understanding the breath/body connection deepens the practices and daily life moments so much, I find myself during my work day instinctively doing a round of breath work to release stress and it works to even things out and tip the scales negatively. Understanding brings it to a higher level!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

What a beautiful comment, my friend! I'm grateful for people like you, it keeps me motivated to make videos 😉

great video!! I love how you explain everything, so easy to understand. Thank you!

thank you Kitaro. your Wim Hof breath work has deeply help me.❤

What a beautiful voice and way of speaking. Great video.

your voice is very calming

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The ice has changed me to a more calm and relaxed person. I also quit marijuana bc of this

Excellent video quality and product you've made!

Thank you. Love your explanations and calm voice.

I cannot wait to watch this

Nicely done, Kitaro! Excellent content and production.

thank you for taking the time to shed light on this to more people . Big up you, Bless🙏👊☮️

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Thank you so much I am doing Kitaro Waga free7 day course, and sincerely the deep breathing in the diaphragm immediately, gave the strong tingling and longer breath hold. I had stopped the breathing and only did the cold plunge. I am hopeful my breathing is going to improve via the 7 day course.

Lo estoy haciendo es lo que me ha ayudado a controlar la ansiedad🙏🙏🙏🙏 saludos desde Cuba. Agradecida por esta información.

Thank you for this video, I really like that you show your perspective, but you show also connections with other activities which may give similar results - you allow me to choose, no pushing 👍

Thanks Kitaro, really appreciate these explainer videos. I’ve been practicing the WHM for 3 years now and it’s great to continue to develop a deeper understanding of its mechanics!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Glad, it was helpful!

@babayaga6285

11 ай бұрын

what's the benifits?

I like that message of this video. Instead of pushing a particular method, this video encourages people to find something that works for them. I use Wim Hof breathing to calm a racing mind, and psychological sighs to lower my BP temporarily. Intense aerobic exercise seems to lower my BP for several hours.

Terrific expansion on the WHM. Also great explanation of how these techniques work together. Thank you!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank yoy for watching 🙏

Great video. Thanks for sharing your experience and learning. Very helpful 😊

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the nice words!

good work my brother , found it beneficial

Huberman was so young in that footage

Wait this whole time I've followed them separately but had no idea Huberman was behind those early tests that Wim Hof would always bring up!

@pascal5142

2 ай бұрын

haha me neither, why dont they promote each other? to sound more legit and independant?

Thank you for another excellent report.

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Pleasure!

And your strength is inspiring ❤

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

This is gold. Guys remember to like gems like this spread the information and help the creator.

Yes Kitaro..thank you..I enjoy your subtle approach…Huberman’s Information has also been on my radar for awhile now. Between both of you and Alan Watts alone with my own slow breath and humming practice have been so nourishing and supplemental to me feeling aligned…. As a constant student of life I felt the need to express my gratitude digitally here ( a new thing for me ) … I hope to continually learn from you. The subtle breath of the Yogis and the Buddha during meditation and effort related experiences has also been a driving force of my energy field…I feel as though by breathing lite, slow and deep as P. McEwen points out and the info in James Nesters book on Breath ( esp. the part about the ‘American Indians’) goes well with the Wym method, further I sense the right breath is dependent situations, desired energy levels, digesting food, dealing with panic attacks, tramway and anxiety, as well as states of extreme excitement.. and of course depression….K. thanks for the inspiration..you story, actions and vibes

@liewcheng6664

Жыл бұрын

Digital arena, yogic and Buddhist meditation are control by the Prince of the Air which many peoples are not aware. The seen Word is controlled by 2 unseen masters. One is the Prince of the Air and the other the King of the Shepherd. The King says I will make you lie down in green pastures. I will lead you in still waters and restores your soul. I will guide you through the paths of righteousness for the sake of my name. Have no fear of evil when you walk through the shadow of death for I am with you. My rod and my staff are there to comfort you. In the presence of your foes I will prepare a table for you. I will anoint your head with oil with an overflowing cup. Goodness and kindness will follow you all the days of your life and you shall dwell in my house as long as you live. The Prince says bow down to me and I will give the nations of the world in all their greatness and splendour.

@rodpacileo7570

Жыл бұрын

@@liewcheng6664 thank you

@ashleighnoel9857

9 ай бұрын

❤Alan saved my life

@swent45

8 ай бұрын

It's Patrick McKeown not McEwen. The book is The Oxygen Advantage.

Doing the cyclic sighing thing in between sparring rounds has improved my recovery noticeably. Thank you!

@stranded8088

Жыл бұрын

I also incorporated this Double inhale Long exhale breathwork inbetween Sparring rounds. I do get weird looks but endure more than my Partners haehe

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Nice!

@vortexor1

Жыл бұрын

One question please: How many minutes do you practice cyclic sighing between sparring-rounds? Thanks in advance!

@boriscartman

Жыл бұрын

@@vortexor1 there's only a minute "rest" in between rounds where we normally do 10push ups, 10 squats and 10 crunches so that leaves me with about 30 seconds where I concentrate on my breathing and make a conscious effort to recover quicker.

During wim hof breathing, I do the last exhale before each retention period with thinly pursed lips, like exhaling through a straw, as in the NSDR protocol. Awesome experience!

I call this kitaro Waga breathing method! This is your calling. I appreciate you

Thanks a million for this easy to grasp and extremely helpful video

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the nice comment!

Your video editing is very well done

Just discovered your channel. Great content. Keep it up!

Great value, thank you

Ive waited almost a decade for this video. Thank you 🙏

Awesome Thank you !!

A lovely calming voice and energy Kitaro.

@KitaroWaga

4 ай бұрын

Thank you

Thank you, I'm subscribing. Embryonic breathing taught by dr. Yang is another goldmine of insight about inhalation and exhalation. This video made me think of it. The emphasis during embryonic breathing is on the inhalation. But Buddhist zazen meditation has the emphasis on the exhalation! That's like a riddle! This video helped me.

Beautiful Kitaro! Well done!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you brother🙏

Thank you for teaching this❤ so interesting! ❤

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching

More great content Kitaro! Would love to see something on your movement technique...peace/love 💛

Beautiful instruction!!!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

thank you

Hats off. Smart choices on many levels. Efficient messaging

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Great video, great information, it always motivates me to get back to breathwork hearing these different aspects of how it effects the body and mind

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

thank you

Amazing video 💪🏻

Thanks for your work, it helps here :)

Great video thank you

Kitaro, you have changed my practice with your deep knowledge and calming guidance! I am deeply grateful for your wise and unpretentious presence!

7:13 has helped me so much! Thank you

Stellar, thank you 🔥

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

thank you for your comment!

Your content is great man, greetings from Chile!

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

thank you!

Thanks again man. Great insight

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Awesome video. Janes Addiction approves 😎

Dude, your deep calm yogi voice is amazing

@KitaroWaga

3 ай бұрын

thanks!

I'm in US, but I will visit you one day! I'm sure you're what I have been looking for for a long time: body postures, breathing, and mindset training.

Great video 👍🏻

Great video

awesome video

Gratitude

Great guy

You´re AMAZING

nice video. thanks

Awesome video , never thought there are people with really specific hobbies like mine ( Ido portal movement , Anderw Huberman , Wim Hof).

@charlesbanks7028

Жыл бұрын

😅

@Asphyxiationstation

Жыл бұрын

With billions of people on this earth you honestly thought you are the only one to like those 3 things? 😅there's probably thousands or even hundreds of thousands of us 💪

@shermansadventure1151

Жыл бұрын

They're really not that specific haha - those 3 things (particularly the last two) are pretty much staples within self-improvement/health communities. They all come under the banner of health, fitness and wellness, of which literally millions of people are interested in.

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, my friend! I think it's great to connect with people who share the same interests. On the internet, it seems like there are many of us consuming all the same content 😉, but out on the street, in the real world, I sometimes feel like a lone wolf.

@guyb4600

Жыл бұрын

@@KitaroWaga so true. I feel like everyone should be doing this, but when I speak of this in my work/social circles, I’m the outlier.

Good content. In relation to the nervous system and breathing, an important factor that was missed is the freeze/dissociation state which is actually the result of a parasympathetic response. This may appear to be relaxation but is actually a higher level of arousal than sympathetic "stress" response

@brainbodypt

Жыл бұрын

Polyvagal theory! I just took this course from Dr Porges and it’s amazing the origins of the vagus nerve❤

Very good.

Good going

Got that radio voice. 😎⚡️🏋🏻‍♀️

Great explanation. How about visualization of sacred geometry during Wim Hof Method practice? Universe is made of geometry so energy flows sacred-geometricaly in bi-directional ways. Knowing that can we push all energy to the head in higher frequency way. To the head? To the backseat of the soul/pineal gland, making it more vibrating thus cleansing and strenghtening output of the brain shifting states of conciousness to super higher level.

Sigh - co - logical.... Always a sign of growth in awareness when you investigate " what comes naturally "...just as So-cra(e)tes suggested.

Love these videos. Love your "breastwork" knowledge

These kind of personal twists on the method are exactly what Wim envisioned for people to do! By the way, can you clarify for me on a point you made at the end? So, after a workout session, do you do a standard WH breathing exercise, or is it modified to be shorter/different in any way? Thank you!

I've been loving your content Kitaro. Sorry for the off topic comment, do you mind plugging your joggers lol. Like the ones we see in your last horse stance video. They look so comfy to move in, I wanna get myself some

Holy Shit Kitaro....didnt know you had this channel! Remember you as such a great guy from back when I lived in Switzerland! Huge fan of Wim Hof breathing as well....you go champ! Love from Finland!

@KitaroWaga

6 ай бұрын

Took a while to see your comment... Tille, my brother, hope life treats you well in Finland! All the love

Please make a video about BUTEYKO METHOD and MEDITATION ❤❤❤

Would you do the “cyclic sighing” when you first get in ice bath, to calm down quicker?

Shocked he had a ponytail DID NOT SEE THAT DEFINITELY COMING 😂😂😂

Got it. I usually do 2 inhalling and exhalling when I run. It helps me not to lose my breathing and I can run longer. My lungs don't strugle. Practicly, the 3 parts of Wim method you don't do in row, right?

I wonder your thoughts about cold therapy and blood pressure. I practice Qi Gong and meditation and added cold showers but had to stop as they raised my overall blood pressure. I had spend a year during the pandemic getting it down with self work diet and herbs (I'm an acupuncturist.) Anyway - I can't find any information on the blood pressure thing. It literally went up 20-30 points. And went right back down when I stopped the cold showers. Sad - because they helped with so many other things: energy, sleep, pain etc. Thoughts?

i can do 4 min no-breath hold. it took doing other techniques. like actual breath holds, and another is shorten the recovery time but still hold the same 70% of your max time for iterations

Fantastic content - I did struggle to understand your words over the background music

Thank you very much for the video, I join this community. I have a question: if I understood correctly, cyclical breathing is used to focus on exhalation and therefore, on activating the parasympathetic (resting) system; while the wim hof method focuses more on inhalation and therefore on activating the sympathetic system (fight or flight). Following this order of ideas, would it be convenient to want to activate the sympathetic system during the exercise and to want to activate the parasympathetic system once finished? in the video it is proposed backwards (cyclical breathing between sets and the training ends with wim hof) Sorry if I misunderstood the video, this is not my native language

@chilling33

Жыл бұрын

yes bro, get your system going, get the chi moving. Once the chi is flowing then you may slow yourself down. It is great to practice being tense (parasympathetic). I like to alert myself with wim hof method before going into a deep meditation. It helps greatly. Focus on the energy between your hands too. With breathing methods and focusing on the energy emitting from your palms a lot of energy can be attained and we can consciously move energy through out our bodies. And step one on the list is to carry love in our hearts. bless up

@thegraciefighter102

Жыл бұрын

Great question

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment and watching my video! Let me put it this way: WHM = activating (hyperventilation part) + calming (breath holds on empty lungs, meditating at the end of session) -> feeling energized yet calm (so it's both activating and calming) Cyclic Sighing = calming (focusing on longer exhales than inhales) -> whenever I want to recover (between sets of exercises, post-workout, when feeling nervous etc.) Hyperventilation only = activating (focusing on vigorous inhales and short exhales) -> Energize myself when I need to push through (last reps of an exercise, last seconds of a sparring round, last minutes of a deep work session when I feel tired, etc.) BUT: I can do a very calm and peaceful WHM session, where I still inhale fully but calmly with longer exhales, which I can use for a post-workout breathwork session. I hope this helps.

Hey man, I think I couldn't grasp a few things 1. What kinda of breathing do you do after a workout? 2. Do you do different breathing when learning new skills? Can you please clarify? Thank youuu

Hey I need advice. I constantly injure myself trying to do Wim Hof. I've injured my back muscle, my inner chest, my diaphragm doing it fast and deep. Not sure if I'm doing anything wrong?

@KitaroWaga

8 ай бұрын

Cultivate brath awareness and breath more gently. I have some videos on breathing techniques.

where did you get that v-neck tee?:)

I understand how our breathing affects our autonomic nervous system, but it is my understanding that a major benefit of the Wim Hof breathing is on our CO2 threshold which influences blood vessel dilation as well as delivery of O2 to our cells.

Im still trying these technique and not really feeling anything should I keep at this method or breathing exercises in general

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

The goal isn't to feel high or anything in that matter. There are people who do everything correctly but don't feel anything. And that's ok - there's nothing wrong with that. But it's difficult to tell without seeing how you do the breathing. That said, situational breathing to calm yourself down (with cyclic sighing) for example should still work because of the neurological connection between breathing and heart rate.

Does the breath do anything if you can't handle the cold? I can't handle cold. Try cold showers and I shake and panic and hyperventilate

epic late night dj voice.

Great video thanks ive been doing wim hof for 4yrs love it just read Rickson Gracie book Breath his breathing method is the opposite of wims kinda it's interesting hope you read it and research guy named Orlando Cani he taught rickson lots of stuff on breathing amazing story like wim hofs story thanks brother

@Shoto519

Жыл бұрын

What is The name of The book from richon gracie?

@I-QUAN

Жыл бұрын

Its called 'breathe: a life in flow'

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommendation

What is the difference between Buteyko and Wim breathing?

I have practiced the WHM regularly for a few years, but recently I've started to get blurred vision and headaches after the breathing and / or ice bath. What is the cause of this and should I be concerned?

@KitaroWaga

Жыл бұрын

I know that the ice bath can affect the eyes in the short term because of blood flow restriction to the head. As the WHM has also a strong vasoconstriction effect due to the adrenaline rise it could be the same cause. But I'm not sure. How ofter are you doing the breathwork and ice batchs? Also headaches are quite common for the WHM breathing when breathing too vigorously. Try to do a mindfulness exercise before starting the actual WHM protocol and keep your inhales a little calmer. I have a few guided breathwork videos where I try to integrate mindfulness into the session.

@Rt-hr4nd

Жыл бұрын

@@KitaroWaga I do the WHM 5-6 times per week. I''m being careful to avoid the cold water exposure too much from the neck up. I've switched to 10 mins box breathing instead as I think the forceful breathing is what's causing my headaches.

7:40 how many do you do in a raw?

Anyone know what Huberman episode(s) he is referencing?

Going for a walk in the forest is good too

When I Wim Hoff I close my eyes and relax as much as possible. I have steadily increased my retention time and the only way I can make gains is to slow my heart rate and get lost in my thoughts. I don't feel tired when iits over. I feel amazing especially if i beat my best time. It does help me remain calm during the day though

@GourSmith

Жыл бұрын

The absolute last thing you should ever want is to be “lost in your thoughts” 🤨 That is quite literally the dumbest possible thing on the planet to seek.

@Parmesito

Жыл бұрын

​@@GourSmithwow maybe try more breathwork 😬

@GourSmith

Жыл бұрын

@@Parmesito I literally am in Yoga and Tantra all day-continuously … What are you even saying? 😂🤡 Thoughts only happen when the breath is in chaos. If the breath stops entirely, there’s no thought process … So in what imaginative way will breathwork “help you get lost in your thoughts”. You are the thinker. If you’re lost in your thoughts, you’re life has amounted to nothing but tragedy. Be better, Sarah. This wasn’t it.

@Salazarsbizzar

10 ай бұрын

@GourSmith jeez you must be soooo smart.please empart me with your vast wisdom. Oh mighty troller of the internet

@Salazarsbizzar

10 ай бұрын

@GourSmith so you never space out and lose track of time.? That's what it means to get lost in your thoughts. You must be a delight to be around with all your wonderful cynicism and know it allism. Thank you so much for enlightening me grand Master of all things conciousness.

What if you become to conscious of your breathing? Like can you be too conscious of it?

Only the basic Wim Hof Method is "rigid". From the inexpensive app ($35) you can adjust the rhythm and much more. Slower breathing leads to longer retentions and a deep sense of calm and equanimity. Plus in the advance courses there are rhythms to control emotions, decreasing inflammation, even dealing with hangovers.