Breath is the essence of life. It connects body, mind, and spirit — it is the foundation of calmness, healing, and resilience.

I was delighted to see the Oxygen Advantage® method feature in the training of UFC Champion Jiří Procházka, who recently celebrated an incredible victory at UFC 320. Under the guidance of Oxygen Advantage® Master Instructor Rostislav Václavek, Jiří has spent the last three years incorporating advanced breathwork into his training — including nasal breathing, breath-hold sprints, and altitude-simulated practices using the Oxygen Advantage® Sports Mask.

His performance — calm under pressure, precise in action, and composed under fatigue — reflects the deep impact that breath awareness can have on both the body and the mind.

As Jiří himself said:

“Breathing… it’s the essence of life, the essence of the fighter.
We have to work with our breath, with our strength, with our dynamic…
and the last one — the main one — the mental strength.”

Breath-hold training, as developed by Patrick McKeown and the Oxygen Advantage® team, works by lowering oxygen and increasing carbon dioxide levels in the blood. This natural adaptation improves the body’s ability to use oxygen efficiently and strengthens our response to stress — physically, mentally, and emotionally.

The benefits include:
✔️ Improved tolerance to CO₂ (reducing breathlessness and anxiety)
✔️ Enhanced stamina and recovery
✔️ Greater focus under pressure
✔️ A calmer, clearer mind

While elite athletes use this method to sharpen performance, the same principles can support anyone seeking balance, better sleep, improved health, or greater peace of mind.

Having completed the Oxygen Advantage® Instructor training in Switzerland earlier this year, I’m so excited to integrate these powerful techniques into my work — alongside Hypnotherapy and Healing — helping clients reconnect with their natural rhythm of breath, restore calm, and unlock the body’s incredible ability to heal.

Whether you’re seeking relaxation, confidence, or physical vitality, breath work offers a bridge between the conscious and the subconscious — between thought and flow.

 If you would like to experience 4 transformative healing sessions, as part of my case studies certification, I am offering just 4 clients 4 weekly breath work sessions for just £99.  So whether you wish to reduce anxiety/stress, manage pain, sleep better, enhance your mental or physical performance or something else just get in touch as I would be delighted to help you achieve your goals

lisapryce-jones@outlook.com

Lisa

Multi-Award Winning Hypnotherapist & Healer

Trust your intuition – Trust your breath – Trust in your ability to heal yourself