The Vegan Body Lab Podcast Ep 13: From trauma to transformation, restorative breathing, and raw vegan | Bryan Mirabella
Feb 12, 2026
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In this episode, Gabriel interviews Bryan Mirabella, who shares his transformative journey from a challenging childhood marked by health issues and trauma to becoming a restorative breath instructor.
He discusses the importance of understanding breath work beyond its common definitions, the impact of childhood experiences on health, and the role of nutrition and neurological insights in healing.
He highlights common patterns in health issues and the need to integrate movement and exercise into a holistic health approach.
There's a certain way to breathe that supports health, and another that doesn't. Bryan also shares an actionable strategy you can use today to improve your breathing.
Here's what we covered:
- Breath work is often misunderstood and needs a deeper exploration.
- Many traditional practices, like yoga, have been diluted over time.
- Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on health and well-being.
- Healing is a journey that requires understanding one's lineage and health history.
- Nutrition alone cannot address deeper neurological issues.
- Emotions are frequencies that affect our physical health.
- HRV (Heart Rate Variability) is a key indicator of resilience and health.
- A holistic approach to health includes breath, nutrition, and emotional awareness.
- Transformative experiences can lead to significant personal growth and healing. Awareness is crucial for transformation.
- Breathing is both structure and function, and that daily practice is essential for healing.
- Common health issues stem from an inability to regulate pressure.
- Nose breathing is fundamental for health.
You can learn more from Bryan Mirabella by visiting his website at quantumfitness.org. You can also follow him on Instagram or YouTube for ongoing breathing education, too.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections
02:55 Breath Work and Its Misconceptions
06:07 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact
09:01 Navigating Health and Fitness Journeys
12:00 The Role of Emotions in Physical Health
24:25 The Energy of Emotion
28:27 Healing Through Frequency and Energy
32:12 The Journey of Breath and Nutrition
36:10 Awareness and Transformation
39:11 Reestablishing Neural Connections
43:01 The Hierarchy of Health
52:49 The Cycle of Health and Disease
53:45 Building a Foundation for Health
54:49 The Role of Exercise in Health
56:10 Unlearning and Understanding Breathing
57:55 The Importance of Longevity and Vitality
01:00:02 Harnessing Energy Through Breath
01:01:57 Common Patterns in Breathing Issues
01:05:30 Practical Techniques for Restorative Breathing
01:17:54 A Roadmap to Health and Breathing
If you're a career-driven human over 40 who wants to use evidence-based exercise, nutrition, and psychology for your health, the VBL Podcast is your new health and fitness resource.
Create a lean, strong, and healthy body in less time. Use practical, evidence-based strategies rooted in logic and experimentation.
He discusses the importance of understanding breath work beyond its common definitions, the impact of childhood experiences on health, and the role of nutrition and neurological insights in healing.
He highlights common patterns in health issues and the need to integrate movement and exercise into a holistic health approach.
There's a certain way to breathe that supports health, and another that doesn't. Bryan also shares an actionable strategy you can use today to improve your breathing.
Here's what we covered:
- Breath work is often misunderstood and needs a deeper exploration.
- Many traditional practices, like yoga, have been diluted over time.
- Childhood trauma can have lasting effects on health and well-being.
- Healing is a journey that requires understanding one's lineage and health history.
- Nutrition alone cannot address deeper neurological issues.
- Emotions are frequencies that affect our physical health.
- HRV (Heart Rate Variability) is a key indicator of resilience and health.
- A holistic approach to health includes breath, nutrition, and emotional awareness.
- Transformative experiences can lead to significant personal growth and healing. Awareness is crucial for transformation.
- Breathing is both structure and function, and that daily practice is essential for healing.
- Common health issues stem from an inability to regulate pressure.
- Nose breathing is fundamental for health.
You can learn more from Bryan Mirabella by visiting his website at quantumfitness.org. You can also follow him on Instagram or YouTube for ongoing breathing education, too.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and New Year Reflections
02:55 Breath Work and Its Misconceptions
06:07 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact
09:01 Navigating Health and Fitness Journeys
12:00 The Role of Emotions in Physical Health
24:25 The Energy of Emotion
28:27 Healing Through Frequency and Energy
32:12 The Journey of Breath and Nutrition
36:10 Awareness and Transformation
39:11 Reestablishing Neural Connections
43:01 The Hierarchy of Health
52:49 The Cycle of Health and Disease
53:45 Building a Foundation for Health
54:49 The Role of Exercise in Health
56:10 Unlearning and Understanding Breathing
57:55 The Importance of Longevity and Vitality
01:00:02 Harnessing Energy Through Breath
01:01:57 Common Patterns in Breathing Issues
01:05:30 Practical Techniques for Restorative Breathing
01:17:54 A Roadmap to Health and Breathing
If you're a career-driven human over 40 who wants to use evidence-based exercise, nutrition, and psychology for your health, the VBL Podcast is your new health and fitness resource.
Create a lean, strong, and healthy body in less time. Use practical, evidence-based strategies rooted in logic and experimentation.
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