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The Effects of Mouth Breathing and the Role of Heart Rate Variability Training in Mitigating Its Impact
For centuries, there has been a spotlight on breath, this interest has been encapsulated in the language of many cultures. For example, the English word spirit comes from Latin’s Spiritus which means ‘a breath’. The Hebrew and Greek translations of spirit also derive their origin from the word breath. Whereas Chi is used in China as the word for ‘the air we breathe’, but also means universal and cosmic energy of life (Ki in Japan plays a similar role). This interest in the
Feb 21, 20248 min read


HRV effects on cognitive performance and neurological health
This article was written by our trainer Maria Vittoria Zulli Training your Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is one main Biofeedback Method to increase and better performance in many different levels. HRV can be measured using various methods and is used as a tool to monitor and improve physiological and psychological health. HRV as a Pathway to Enhanced Well-being and Performance When it comes to well-being and performance optimisation, HRV occupies a central role as a dynamic in
Oct 19, 202311 min read


Biofeedback training for HRV
This article was written by our trainer Maria Vittoria Zulli Biofeedback training for HRV is an intriguing approach to enhancing self-awareness and control over physiological processes, particularly HRV. This technique empowers individuals to actively influence their autonomic nervous system, promoting better well-being and potentially improving performance. A recent meta-analysis of 24 studies revealed that HRV biofeedback reduced self-reported stress and anxiety with a larg
Oct 19, 20234 min read
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