Metabolic health, stress, and breathing are closely connected — yet they are often approached independently.
Join Dr. Nina Bausek and Dr. Nick Meyer for an interactive discussion exploring how respiratory muscle training may fit into broader conversations about stress, energy regulation, and body composition.
This discussion includes insights from a clinical study examining respiratory muscle training within a structured weight management program.
WHO THIS DISCUSSION IS FOR
This session is designed for:
Patients seeking to better understand metabolic and respiratory health
Caregivers supporting long-term health and recovery goals
Individuals interested in improving energy, resilience, and breathing function
Clinicians exploring interdisciplinary approaches to health and physiology
Students and educators interested in human physiology
DISCUSSION POINTS
Health considerations related to excess body weight
The role of stress in metabolic health
Foundations of respiratory muscle training
Overview of supporting scientific evidence
Clinical study findings
Real-world application considerations
Audience Q&A
WHY THIS MATTERS
Stress, breathing, and metabolic health are interconnected systems that influence how the body functions on a daily basis.
When these systems are out of balance, challenges related to energy, recovery, and overall health may arise. Understanding how breathing muscle strength and stress physiology interact can support more informed decisions in both healthcare and everyday life.
This session provides a grounded, science-based perspective on how these systems work together.
Dr. Nick Meyer is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with additional specialization in sports medicine and hand surgery. With a background as a Division I athlete and years of clinical experience, his work focuses on practical approaches to improving overall health, function, and quality of life. He is the founder of ProportionFit and author of The ProportionFit Diet, where he explores simple, sustainable approaches to managing body composition and long-term health. His perspective combines clinical insight, personal experience, and a focus on realistic, everyday application.
Chief Scientist, PN Medical
Dr. Nina Bausek
Dr. Bausek brings a deep scientific perspective to respiratory physiology, genetics, and systems-based thinking. Her work bridges research and application, helping translate complex biological principles into meaningful clinical insight.
