Breathing, Pressure, and Stability: The Hidden System Behind Every Strong Movement
Greg Goldberger • December 24, 2025
How proper breathing mechanics create pressure, stability, and strength throughout the entire kinetic chain
Breathing is something you do every second of the day, but very few people realize how deeply it impacts strength, posture, pain, and performance.
In this episode, we break down how breathing mechanics influence the entire kinetic chain, from your neck and shoulders to your low back and hips. You will learn why poor breathing patterns can drive chronic pain, limit mobility, and create compensation patterns that quietly build over time until injury shows up.
We explore the role of the diaphragm in stability, how rib cage movement affects rotation and overhead motion, and why breath control is foundational for athletes, golfers, and anyone dealing with persistent pain. We also discuss how breathing connects to the nervous system, stress regulation, and recovery, and why breathwork is more than relaxation. It is a tool for movement efficiency and long term resilience.
This episode will help you understand why strong movement starts with how you breathe and how improving this hidden system can unlock better performance and less pain in everyday life.
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