1/4 H Neuro #128 - Rebuilding from the Breath with Yvan Cam

Rebuilding from the Breath

Tonight, we welcome Yvan Cam, a breathing instructor and researcher. Yvan, could you introduce yourself?

I am a biologist and I work on breathing, seeking to understand how to rebuild people from the breath. Thank you for this invitation, I am delighted to discuss it.

The Journey of Yvan Cam

Yvan explains that his journey is interesting because it represents a convergence. He has been practicing martial arts since the age of 5 without being familiar with prana, but he discovered a Russian martial art, the Systema, focused on breath.

At the same time, he was pursuing his PhD in biology, which led him to explore the importance of oxygen at the cellular level. Through his research, he understood that specific breathing patterns could transform the way we move, influencing our mindset and pain resistance.

Breathing as the Foundation of Movement

Yvan asserts that breathing is the foundation of our development and all our motor skills. While he has a holistic approach to breathing, he recognizes the need to work with specialists in other areas to optimize performance and health.

He also discusses the concept of archaic reflex movements, linking them to breathing, and how these movements are essential for proper bodily function.

The Importance of Baby Movements

Yvan emphasizes that babies, by breathing correctly, naturally develop their movements. He compares this to how adults, often dissociated in their movements, lose that fluidity.

He shares a personal anecdote about his son, highlighting how restrictive environments can affect children's motor development.

Breathing and Posture Issues

Yvan sheds light on the negative impacts of sitting on the diaphragm and breathing. A weakened diaphragm can lead to imbalances affecting the autonomic nervous system, causing stress and various modern diseases.

He also observes an increase in respiratory rate in the current population, which could be linked to postural and health issues.

Solutions to Improve Breathing

In conclusion, Yvan recommends breathing through the nose and strengthening the diaphragm, suggesting a simple exercise: applying counter-pressure at the solar plexus during inhalation.

People can find Yvan and his advice on his website artdelrespiration.fr as well as on his social media.

Thank you very much, Yvan, for this informative discussion. I hope we have the chance to talk about it again soon!