My breath coaching journey started during a 1-1 swim coaching session. I was helping a client to breathe better in the pool, something many swimmers struggle with, and out of the blue he said, “Have you read the book, The Oxygen Advantage?”

I was curious so I started reading it, and I couldn't put it down. I soon realised that breathing affects everything—not just swimming. Like a lot of people, I was a mouth breather. I snored, struggled to sleep, and so did my wife! But once I started incorporating nose breathing and a few simple daily exercises, our nights (and mornings!) looked completely different.

As I got more confident and my body adapted to nose breathing, I started using the exercises to support my cycling. I switched to nose breathing for all my exercise, and I feel less breathless, get fewer injuries and recover better. I realised this wasn’t just for elite athletes—it’s for anyone who wants to feel better, exercise better. That’s what Breathefit is all about— helping people to breathe better so they can feel better and enjoy life more healthily.

Here's a little plug for my swim coaching business.

I offer open-water sessions through the warmer months of the year at Lochore Meadows in Fife. These sessions accommodate various skill levels, from open-water newbies to experienced swimmers. I provide regular coached swims and one-on-one sessions tailored to individual needs, ideal for newcomers to open-water swimming or those aiming to enhance their technique. ​

In addition to open-water coaching, I run regular pool sessions at Lochgelly High School Pool and Inverkeithing High School Pool. These focus on improving technique and building swim fitness in a supportive and social environment.

Visit my website - www.roundtheislandswimcoaching.co.uk