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Introduction The human brain is not a fixed structure. Throughout life, it continuously adapts in response to experiences, learning, environmental demands, and recovery from injury. This ability of the nervous system to reorganise itself is known as neuroplasticity, the process through which the brain modifies its structure and function by strengthening existing connections, forming new pathways, and adapting neural networks (Kleim and Jones, 2008; Zatorre, Fields and Johanse

Introduction Neurofeedback training is a non-invasive brain training technique that uses real-time feedback to help individuals regulate patterns of brain activity. By measuring electrical activity in the brain using electroencephalography (EEG), neurofeedback allows individuals to learn how to modify specific brainwave patterns associated with attention, relaxation, emotional regulation, and cognitive performance. Neurofeedback is generally considered a safe and well-tolerat

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

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 indicator of our body’s equilibrium. This phenomenon unveils an

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 large effect size (Goessl et al., 2017). Training to enhance Hear