Former Australian Special Forces soldier and pro fighter Tim Thomas shares how breathwork helped him battle PTSD, fatigue, and the struggles of transitioning from military life. He dives into the science behind nervous system regulation, sleep optimization, and why high performers struggle to slow down. Tune in to learn how breathwork can be the game-changer for energy, focus, and recovery.
00:00 – Introduction to Tim Thomas02:30 – How breathwork in combat helped him stay sharp08:45 – Overcoming PTSD and chronic exhaustion15:20 – The impact of sleep on recovery and mental health25:10 – Breathwork techniques you can use today32:00 – The role of testosterone and hormonal balance40:15 – Why mainstream recovery methods often fail50:00 – Practical steps to reclaim energy and focus
Links
- Tim Thomas' Website:Breathwork in Bed
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Tim Thomas – Former Australian Special Forces soldier, pro fighter, and founder of Breathwork in Bed. His mission is to help veterans and high-performers break free from exhaustion and reclaim their lives through breathwork techniques.
🗣️ "If you're not sleeping, you're not healing—fatigue drives everything into the dirt."
🗣️ "We were trained to push hard, but never taught how to hit the brakes."
🗣️ "Anger is like writing a $100 check when you only have $2 in your account—it drains you even more."
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