Recal Training

04/21/2025

Want to give breathwork training a try?

Attend this "all levels" introductory breathwork training session with Coach Anthony for 25 minutes every Monday morning.

Be prepared to breathe strong, move your body, take assessments of your breathing, and finish with a grounding breathwork exercise.

Note: all breathwork sessions should be done by individuals in good health, do not have any serious heart conditions, are not pregnant, and do not have epilepsy.

P.S. We start at exactly 8:04 USA Mountain Time exactly because that's the 29,031st second of the day. I.e. the height (in feet) of Mt. Everest.....Now you won't forget when we start each week.

04/14/2025

Every Monday, join Anthony as we hosts the FREE Monday morning breathwork training. As always, this is focused on helping you build respiratory strength and make altitude endurance adaptations for your mountain fitness.

Today's session is pre-recorded due to a scheduling conflict. But it's great nonetheless!

Follow along, chime in with your thoughts, and enjoy the practice session.

Cheers from Boulder, everone.

Anthony

04/04/2025

Join Anthony as he goes LIVE for a breathwork training session for you, dear mountain athletes.

This is a 25-minute session designed for EVERYBODY so that you can get assessments on your own breathing, learn and do a few breathwork exercises to improve your assessment scores, and walk away feeling refreshed recharged.

Our breathwork training programs have helped hundreds of athletes climb the highest mountains in the world and finish the most challenging ultra marathons.

Whatever YOUR goal is, we want to help you achieve it by breathing smarter and stronger.

See you soon,
Recal Training

03/19/2025

Most athletes train their bodies relentlessly—but what about their breathing? Just because it’s automatic doesn’t mean it’s optimal.

In The "Five Breathing Self-Assessments Every Athlete Should Know", Anthony Lorubbio, Founder and Head Coach of Recal, breaks down simple tests that reveal how well your respiratory system supports endurance, oxygen efficiency, and performance under stress.

No special equipment needed—just five quick self-assessments to help you breathe better, train smarter, and push your limits. Discover where you stand—read the full article here.

https://tinyurl.com/3kvktkna

03/19/2025

Are you breathing efficiently at altitude? 🏔️

Your thoracic cavity range of motion affects how much oxygen you take in with each breath. In this video, we’ll walk you through a simple Range of Motion (ROM) Assessment to measure how well your ribcage expands and contracts—key for endurance in high-altitude environments. A restricted ROM could mean constricted breathing, less oxygen intake, and reduced performance.

Watch now to test your ROM and learn how to improve it! Drop your score in the comments! ⬇️

Are you getting enough air in and out when you breathe?Your **thoracic cavity range of motion** plays a huge role in how efficiently you breathe—especially a...

02/24/2025

From 2,300m to 6,050m in 4 Days!??

“𝙉𝙤𝙩 𝙖 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚.”

That’s what conventional wisdom would say about summiting a 20,000-ft peak with just four days of acclimatization.

But Umer Latif from proved otherwise. 🏔️

With only weeks to prepare for Khosar Gang, he turned to an “unexpected” (well, pretty expected if you follow us at Recal) tool: breathwork training. Instead of struggling with his altitude endurance, he thrived—tracking higher blood oxygen levels than ever before and making a lightning-fast summit push.

“𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘐 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘭𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘮𝘺 𝘣𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘶𝘥𝘦,” Umer told at . And the real kicker? He felt so strong after summiting that he descended all the way back to Khaplu that same day.

From Sea Level to 20,000 feet and back—without the usual struggles. Proof that smart breathwork = stronger, more efficient acclimatization.

Read the full story on Advnture.com (link in bio). Thanks to for making the connection between us and Umer.

Note: I do not recommend breathwork training as a replacement to acclimatization, nor do I recommend pushing the limit for your own speed ascents. Listen to both the wisdom of local guides as well as your own body for how fast to make a summit push.

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𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦.

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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02/22/2025

Did you know your breathing can be split into Zone 1, 2, and 3?

Learn about the 3 zones of breathing…
→ then let me know which one you feel the movement when you breathe in the comments below 👇

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You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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02/22/2025

Are you breathing into the most optimal location with each breath?

Enter: Self-Assessment #4: Location of Movement (LOM)

If you want to maximize your oxygenation levels, this quick self-assessment will help.

We’ve moved on from the biochemical side of breath assessments and are now diving into biomechanics—how you breathe and where that breath moves in your body.

Here’s how to do the LOM Self-Assessment:

1. Sit upright and place one hand on your chest, one hand on your belly.
2. Breathe normally—don’t force or change anything.
3. Observe where the movement happens.

Your breath can fall into one of three zones:

Zone 1: Lower belly/abdomen
Zone 2: Mid-chest/rib cage
Zone 3: Upper chest/shoulders

Now, take a moment to assess. Which Zone are you breathing into? Comment below with your answer before you scroll down for the optimal breathing zone.

⬇️ Answer: Zone 1 is where you want to feel the most movement, especially at rest and when aiming to stay in the parasympathetic (relaxed) state. It’s okay to see some Zone 2 movement, but not too much. Zone 3? That’s a sign of stress-driven, shallow breathing, and we want to avoid that in most situations.

How did you do? Let me know in the comments! 👇

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You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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02/21/2025

Feeling Breathless During Training? Here’s Why (and How to Fix It)

It’s not lack of oxygen—it’s your body reacting to rising CO₂ levels. The better your CO₂ tolerance, the less breathless you’ll feel.

Try these 4 breathing techniques to improve endurance:
1️⃣ Breath-Hold Warm-Ups – Boost oxygen delivery & circulation
2️⃣ Nasal Breathing During Workouts – Tough at first, but worth it
3️⃣ Light Breathing Exercises – Train your body to stay calm with less air
4️⃣ Breath-Hold Walks – Strengthen CO₂ tolerance under movement

Have you tried CO₂ tolerance training? Drop your experience in the comments! 👇

You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.

02/21/2025

Want to feel less out of breath while climbing Everest?

Feeling out of breath while climbing isn’t just about fitness—it’s about CO2 tolerance. If your body can’t handle rising CO2 levels, you’ll struggle no matter how strong you are.

That’s why mountaineers and endurance athletes use the CO2 Tolerance Test (COTT) to measure breathing efficiency and build altitude endurance. Ready to test yourself?

1️⃣ Take 3 normal breaths.
2️⃣ On the third exhale, take a deep, full breath in.
3️⃣ Start a timer & exhale slowly through your nose.
4️⃣ Stop the timer when your lungs are completely empty.

What’s your score? Drop it in the comments, and we’ll tell you how you compare!

Want more breathwork training? Comment “EVEREST” to join our list (no spam, just altitude tips).

📍 Get our 5-week training plan here: https://www.recaltravel.com/altitude-training/

You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.

02/21/2025

Are you thinking about *metabolic testing* before your expedition? 🏔️

In today’s FAQ post, we’re breaking down *the 3 key tests*, plus a bonus one for your respiratory system, that you should consider—and why they matter for your performance at altitude.

From VO2 max to substrate utilization, these assessments can give you insights to train smarter — and improve your chances of success.

But we want to hear from YOU! 👇

*Have you done metabolic testing?*

*What were your numbers?*

And more importantly, _how did they translate to your performance on the mountain?_

Drop your experience in the comments below! ⬇️👇

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100 Days to Everest: Day 6 / 100: FAQ

*You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.*

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

02/20/2025

Before his trek to Everest Base Camp, Nigel wanted to make sure he and his team were ready for the altitude challenge. After breathwork training, he *not only* felt more confident going in—but when the trek got tough, the breathwork techniques we practiced *literally* helped improve his oxygen levels on the trail.

The best part? As Nigel puts it, these skills don’t just help at altitude—they improve breathing *every single day*, whether you're at 18k ft or sea level.

Drop *EVEREST* in the comments, and we’ll add you to the 100 Days to Everest mailing list with tips and exercises on how to get started. ⬇️

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100 Days to Everest: Day 7 / 100: Real Story from Everest Basecamp

𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯. 𝘖𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘰𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦.

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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02/18/2025

How far can you walk on a single breath?

This isn’t just a fun challenge—it’s a powerful way to gauge your readiness for high-altitude adventures, whatever your “Everest” is.

Breath Assessment #3: the Maximum Breathlessness Test (MBT) https://youtu.be/yuq65HL8g64

Try it out, count your steps, and drop your MBT score in the comments below. I’ll personally follow up with you about your score!

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So… how far did you get? Let’s hear it! ⬇️

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You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there.

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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How far can you walk while holding your breath? More importantly—what does this little self-assessment say about your ability to take on Mt. Everest (or for ...

02/02/2025

“You can FEEL the difference”

Don’t just take it from me… over the next 100 Day’s we’ll also be sharing REAL stories from REAL athletes that used our breathwork training for the mountain.

So, here’s Day 4/100, an excerpt from the great Tim Wenger () and his experience with the breathwork training, as written in his story featured in Matador Network.

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗮 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻. 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗴𝗼𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️

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01/31/2025

Much like climbing Everest, breathing through your nose can be challenging (similar level of difficulty, we’d say). And we get asked this question a lot: “Breathing through my nose is so tough. How can I make it easier!?”

So, we wrangled together our *top 4 answers*.
—> Take particular note of point #3 for an exercise that will help: BREATHE LIGHT.
—> And Comment *“BREATHE LIGHT”* and we’ll send you a free training video with that exercise.

_You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there._

Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. 🫁 🏔️
- Day 3/100: FAQ
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12/09/2024

In the comments below, can you answer this question?
WHY do you feel breathless during a workout?

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Don’t cheat by reading on.

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How to Improve Shortness of Breath during Exercise: Part 1.

Did you say it was due to a lack of oxygen? That’s the answer we receive most in our workshops and trainings. But, contrary to popular belief, that’s not right. It not a lack of oxygen, but the rise in carbon dioxide (CO2) that causes shortness of breath during a workout.

For Part 1 of this 3-part post series, we’re going to see where YOU are at with your own CO2 tolerance. Watch this video, take the challenge, and comment here what your score was.

How we typically rank the scores:
0-29 is LOW and requires some work.
30-44 is ‘just OK’ and could use some training.
45-59 is mid-level.
60-74 is GOOD, and we start to feel okay if our clients reach this score range.
75-89 and above is VERY GOOD.
90+ If you reach a 90, you’re ready for a serious endurance challeng eat altitude.

Remember, there are a few factors that impact your score, including:

1. What altitude you are at when you did it
2. How much caffeine / other food you’ve had so far today
3. How much stress you are feeling

So keep that in mind when assessing your CO2 tolerance.

Great, so now we’ve got a baseline for you to measure your CO2 tolerance. Posts 2 and 3 will focus on HOW TO IMPROVE it using breathwork exercises (the same ones used in our training program

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Click the link in our bio to read the full blog article on **How to Improve your Shortness of Breath During Exercise**.