Mind-Body Connection and Breathwork for Sustainable Well-Being with Sean Jacobs

Lisa is joined by Restorative Health and Wellness professional, Sean Jacobs, as they discuss the importance of a holistic approach to fitness, integrating mind-body connection and breathwork. They talk about how this method addresses mental, emotional, and physical health, offering sustainable and long-term well-being solutions. Sean also highlights the significance of proper breathing techniques, stress management, and the need for continuous improvement in one’s personal and professional life. 
Topics Include:

Holistic Fitness
Different Types of Breathing
Importance of Breathwork
Overall Fitness and Well-Being

[2:00] Lisa expresses excitement about connecting with someone who shares similar interests, philosophy, and curiosity, leading to a meaningful conversation. Sean introduces himself as a holistic human performance specialist, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to the human body and behavior. Sean explains his philosophy of considering the mind-body connection and the nuances of human differences in his approach to fitness and well-being. Sean talks about how he and his wife run an online training and nutrition coaching business that focuses on holistic approaches, addressing gray areas often disregarded by personal trainers and medical professionals.
[5:00] Lisa and Sean discuss the importance of nuance and gray areas in their work, which they feel has been lost in many places. Sean talks about how many of his clients are looking for sustainable, longevity-focused programs rather than short-term quick fixes and are dealing with significant mental, emotional, or physical obstacles that force them to make a change.
[11:50] Sean shares his journey into breathwork that began with a lack of answers in traditional fitness and health education, leading to self-study and mentorship in breathwork and human movement. He goes on to tell how it felt important to bring this information to others in a meaningful way. 
[19:25] Sean discusses how people are unaware of their breathing patterns and how mastering the three types of breathing can improve overall health, manage stress, and enhance mobility. 
[22:36] Lisa and Sean deep dive into the impact of stress and body image on breathing patterns and the importance of proper breath control for overall well-being. Sean explains the three types of breathing: nasal breathing, slowing respiratory rate, and diaphragmatic breathing.
[41:00] Sean shares how his techniques of down regulation help with emptying the stress bucket so that later it can increase to help manage stress better. 
[1:00:00] Lisa and Sean close out the discussion with how to find Sean online: Jacobs Fitness Instagram, YouTube, Master Class, and website. 
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