Episode 24 Overview, Guest Bio & Additional Resources
Annelise Bauer on Breathwork, Asthma, and Nervous System Health
In this episode of Beyond the Wheeze, I sit down with Annelise Bauer, a respiratory wellness practitioner and founder of In-Bodied, to explore how conscious breathing and mindful movement can support people living with asthma and other respiratory conditions.
Annelise shares her personal journey from navigating asthma herself to helping others build healthier relationships with their breath. We dive into Buteyko breathing, nervous system regulation, and practical tools that people can safely integrate into daily life to support both physical and mental wellbeing.
We explore:
• Why breathing is more than automatic—and how dysfunctional breathing patterns affect health
• How Buteyko breathing can support asthma, anxiety, and respiratory control
• The role of breathwork in calming the nervous system and improving mental health
• Simple, safe ways to begin breathwork with chronic respiratory conditions
• How breath awareness empowers patients to work alongside traditional medical care
Annelise also guides listeners through a practical breathing exercise, offering a grounded introduction to breathwork that emphasizes safety, self-awareness, and long-term sustainability.
This episode is a valuable listen for people living with asthma, healthcare providers, and anyone interested in understanding how the breath connects the body, mind, and nervous system.
Respiratory Wellness Through Breath and Awareness
Annelise Bauer is a respiratory wellness practitioner and the founder of In-Bodied, where she supports people in reconnecting with their breath through conscious breathing techniques and mindful movement. With lived experience of asthma and a deep understanding of the nervous system, Annelise works with individuals seeking sustainable tools to manage respiratory symptoms, reduce anxiety, and build trust in their bodies.
Her approach emphasizes education, self-awareness, and gentle progression, helping people move away from fear-based breathing patterns and toward calm, functional respiration. Annelise’s work centers on empowering clients with practical skills they can integrate into everyday life, alongside conventional medical care.
Integrating Breathwork and Mind-Body Health
Through her practice, Annelise specializes in Buteyko breathing and complementary breathwork approaches that support respiratory efficiency, nervous system regulation, and overall wellbeing. By combining evidence-informed techniques with mindful movement and body awareness, she helps clients understand how stress, posture, and habitual breathing patterns influence both physical and mental health.
Annelise’s work extends beyond symptom management. She encourages a holistic view of healing—one that recognizes the connection between breath, emotional regulation, sleep, and resilience. Her programs are designed to meet people where they are, offering accessible tools for those living with asthma, chronic respiratory conditions, or simply seeking a healthier relationship with their breath.