Recal Travel

Recal Travel Breathwork-based coaching for life's most ambitious endeavors. Recal — short for 'recalibrate' — specializes in Mindful Adventure Travel.

Sometimes, the stresses of work and life cause fatigue and burnout, and our minds and bodies take a toll over time. Recal’s guided, retreat-style trips are a perfect way for people to overcome work-induced burnout, utilizing adventurous and mindful experiences in the outdoors to center themselves, renew their sense of energy, and attain a recalibrated mindset. Each trip is hosted by a curated grou

p of independently-owned and operated, racially-inclusive, and sustainability-minded outfitters, in tandem with a Recal Mindfulness Coach.

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**.

08/05/2024

07/29/2024

Cleanse your body and mind with this breathwork practice. Starting with your nose, we'll teach you a little trick on how to unblock it. Then we'll cleanse with Kapalabhati "skull shining" pranayama, which purifies your body, engages your diaphragm, and alkalizes your blood for a quick biochemistry recalibration.

In case you missed it last week, here is a replay of our Monday Morning Breathwork session with Anthony. We'll be back up and running with live sessions next week.

Happy training,
Recal

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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! 👇 ………. You have a goal on the mountain. Our goal is to get you there. Giving you 100 Days of Breathwork Training because…. #100DaysToEverest 🫁 🏔️ ………. #BreathingExercises #selfoptimization #sportsperformance #EnduranceTraining #fitness

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. #100DaysToEverest #AltitudeTraining #mountaineering #breathwork #co2tolerancetest #everestpreparation #EnduranceTraining

In the comments below, can you answer this question? WHY do you feel breathless during a workout? … Don’t cheat by reading on. …. 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 — Click the link in our bio to read the full blog article on **How to Improve your Shortness of Breath During Exercise**.

Morning Breathwork Meditation for Busy People

This breathwork meditation was designed with busy people in mind. We start by warming up our respiratory muscles, including the diaphragm and intercostals. Then, we go into a breathwork sequence that has been proven through published research (https://bit.ly/3A9qji2) to decrease blood pressure and anxiety, while improving your mood. It involves three parts: physiological sighs, box breathing, and cyclic sighing. Happy breathing, Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Cleansing Breathwork Practice to Start Your Morning

Cleanse your body and mind with this breathwork practice. Starting with your nose, we'll teach you a little trick on how to unblock it. Then we'll cleanse with Kapalabhati "skull shining" pranayama, which purifies your body, engages your diaphragm, and alkalizes your blood for a quick biochemistry recalibration. In case you missed it last week, here is a replay of our Monday Morning Breathwork session with Anthony. We'll be back up and running with live sessions next week. Happy training, Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Detox Your Body with this Breathwork Practice

You'll have the chance to hit the DETOX button with this session. Starting with your nose, we'll teach you a little trick on how to unblock it. Then we'll cleanse with Kapalabhati "skull shining" pranayama, which purifies your body, engages your diaphragm, and alkalizes your blood for a quick biochemistry recalibration. You don't want to miss this Monday Morning Breathwork session with Anthony. Happy training, Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Build Your Mental Fitness with this Breathwork Practice

Fancy yourself as one who breathes every now and then? Us too. And we know a thing or two about it. So join us for another Monday Morning Breathwork session, and you'll learn how to make our breath work for YOU. Whether that means getting you up a mountain or getting you over that spike of your nervous system. Spend 20 minutes with Anthony to practice breathwork, and you'll be on your way toward a great week. Happy training, Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #meditation #mondaymood #motivationmonday #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Breathwork Session to Build Stress Resilience and Mental Fitness

This breathwork sequence will lead you into the lion's den of stress -- and you'll find out you are just fine :) Spend 20 minutes with Anthony to practice your stress response and build a stronger, more resilient, mind. This will give you exactly what you need to take on your week (and any holiday stress coming your way). Happy training, Anthony Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #meditation #mondaymood #motivationmonday #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Breathwork to Focus Your Mind for the Week Ahead

This breathwork sequence will help recalibrate your mind and body and build strong focus for your week ahead. Start things off the right way with another Monday Morning Breathwork hosted by Anthony. Enjoy! - Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/recaltravel #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #mondaybreathwork #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #breathworktraining #meditation #mondaymood #motivationmonday #caseofthemondays #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Breathwork Session: Reset Your Mind and Build Focus for the Week Ahead

This breathwork sequence will help recalibrate your mind and body and build strong focus for your week ahead. Start things off the right way with a Monday Morning Breathwork hosted by Anthony. Enjoy! - Recal Other Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/mondaybreathwork #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #mondaybreathwork #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #breathworktraining #meditation #mondaymood #motivationmonday #caseofthemondays #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

Breathwork Session to Energize, Build Resilience, and Quiet the Noise

Breathwork Session to Energize, Build Resilience, and Quiet the Noise This breathwork sequence will send you on a ride to energize your body and mind, build mental resilience, and quiet the noise to create strong focus. Start your week the right way with Monday Morning Breathwork session from Anthony and the Recal Travel team. Enjoy! - Recal Resources: LinkedIn group: linkedin.com/groups/12641372/ YouTube: youtube.com/@recaltravel Instagram: instagram.com/mondaybreathwork #mondaymorningbreathwork #mindfulmonday #mondaybreathwork #stress #stressreduction #mentalhealth #mentalhealthatwork #anxiety #mondaymotivation #stressrelief #meditation #breathwork #breathworktraining #meditation #mondaymood #motivationmonday #caseofthemondays #worklifebalance #selfregulation #mindfulness #mindfulnesspractice #mindfulnessatwork

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Breathwork Session: Reset Your Mind and Build Focus for the Week Ahead

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