Breathing should feel effortless, but many people notice shallow, restricted, or “off” breathing — often linked to pain, stress, or old injuries.

Why Breathing Feels Wrong

• Posture & Tension: Rounded shoulders or tight ribs limit expansion.
• Old Injuries & Scars: Thoracic, abdominal, or rib injuries alter mechanics.
• Nervous System Stress: Anxiety or pain keeps the breath stuck in the chest.

Signs Your Breath is Dysfunctional

• Needing to “force” deep breaths.
• Frequent sighing or yawning.
• Tightness in chest, ribs, or low back.

How to Restore Natural Breathing

• Gentle side-lying and supine breathing drills.
• Restoring rib and diaphragm mobility.
• Linking breath to movement for coordination.

Takeaway: If your breath feels “off,” it’s usually not your lungs — it’s your movement system needing a reset.