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Efficient breathing starts with a strong foundation. Stacked ribs over the pelvis and 360° rib-cage expansion driven by healthy diaphragm excursion supports posture, recovery and performance.

Postural advice and exercise, chiropractic care and functional breath training all go together to advance health.

#breathtraining by @drpaulsly

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Inboxes, notifications and deep focus can make you hold your breath at the screen, then sigh. That’s “screen apnea”: shallow upper-chest breathing and unconscious breath-holding.

60-second reset:
🟢 Sit tall; ribs stacked over pelvis.
🟢 Nasal inhale for 4 seconds; expand 360°.
🟢 Nasal exhale for 6 seconds. Repeat 3×.

Before the next email, check your breath. #BreathAwareness by @drpaulsly

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Breathing more isn’t breathing better.

Chronic over-breathing can lower CO₂ tolerance, reduce O₂ delivery (Bohr effect), and keep your nervous system on alert.

Signs:
🟢 Mouth breathing at rest
🟢 Frequent sighing
🟢 Upper-chest breathing
🟢 Breathless on stairs
🟢 Waking tired

At rest: quiet nasal breathing. Match breath to demand. Lengthen your exhale before high-stakes moments. #Breathwork by @drpaulsly

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As we wrap up our month of celebrating 30 years of ACHC, we reflect on the great fun we've had in and around the community...what a place to live, what great people! #arnprior #ottawavalley #renfrewcounty @ufgyms @ashlynn_arnpriorchiro @chirostephlassaline @luke_homer_ @proskatersinc by @drpaulsly

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Fall training changes the air your lungs receive. 🇨🇦

Nasal Breathing:
🟢 Warms, humidifies and filters air
🟢 Protects airways from cold, dry air
🟢 Supports steady CO₂ and aerobic efficiency

Mouth breathing may irritate airways and spike ventilation. Keep your aerobic engine steady with nasal breathing where appropriate.

#oxygenadvantage by @drpaulsly

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Today, September 16, 2026, marks 30 years since Paul opened Arnprior Chiropractic Health Centre! 🎉

What began in 1996 has grown into a dedicated team supporting individuals and families throughout Arnprior and the surrounding communities. In November 2001, ACHC moved to our current home at 5 Charles Street: and we’ve been grateful to serve you here ever since.

To our clients, families, local athletes, community partners and neighbours: thank you for placing your trust in us over the past three decades. Your support has meant so much to our clinic and our team!

And to the incredible ACHC team: past and present: thank you for your compassion, expertise and commitment to helping people move better, feel better and live better. This milestone belongs to all of us! ❤️

Here’s to 30 years of care, connection and community: and to the years ahead!

#ACHC30 #Arnprior #ArnpriorCommunity #MoveBetterFeelBetter
@total.s.c @paulv79 @ufgyms @proskatersinc by @drpaulsly

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September 16, 1996 marked the beginning of my professional life when I opened Arnprior Chiropractic Health Centre - what a ride it's been! As I celebrate 30 years in practice, I’m deeply grateful to my clients, families, staff, professional colleagues and community partners who have supported this journey. Thank you, Arnprior and the valley! @arnpriorchiro @ashlynn_arnpriorchiro @chirostephlassaline #Arnprior by @drpaulsly

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Restarting your routine this September? Build your foundation first.

The McGill Big 3 help train spine-sparing core stability:
🟢 Modified curl-up
🟢 Side plank
🟢 Bird dog

Use controlled reps, a neutral spine and a firm brace: without holding your breath. Breathe steadily through your nose and build stability for lifting, running and daily life.

@arnpriorchiro @ashlynn_arnpriorchiro @chirostephlassaline #BackHealth by @drpaulsly

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Kids get coached on form, footwork and strategy: but breathing is a skill, too.

For fall sports, try:
🟢 Warm up with nasal breathing.
🟢 Use a longer exhale to recover between drills.
🟢 Practise steady breathing to support focus and stress regulation.

Coaches and parents: make breathing part of the warmup. Develop the skill.

#oxygenadvantage by @drpaulsly

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2 months ago

Pressure changes how we breathe, and how we think. 🤯

Try tactical box breathing before a difficult meeting, presentation, or high-stakes decision:

🫁 Inhale through the nose for 4 seconds
🟢 Hold for 4
🫁 Exhale gently for 4
🟢 Hold for 4

Repeat for 3–5 cycles to steady attention and respond with greater control.

#CorporateResilience by @drpaulsly

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Your breath is only as efficient as your structure allows. 🫁

🟢 Spinal alignment and rib cage mobility are the foundation of optimal breathing.
🟢 A mobile rib cage allows for full diaphragm excursion.
🟢 Improved biomechanics = better gas exchange and performance.

#Breathwork by @drpaulsly

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Core stability is a pressure system:

🫁 Diaphragm = lid
⭕ Abdominals = walls
⬇️ Pelvic floor = base

When breathing mechanics, rib-cage mobility or spinal alignment are compromised, pressure and control can suffer. Chiropractic care supports the structural foundation for efficient diaphragm movement, breath training teaches you how to access it. Whether you lift, run or train recreationally, this is a critical piece for resilience, health and performance.

#oxygenadvantage by @drpaulsly

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