Pre-order

Breathe Smarter, Run Stronger

Already purchased

Click to open directly in the xigxag app.

Standard price shown. Sign in for personalised pricing.

Send as a gift Get in the xigxag app

Added to cart

Continue shopping or head to checkout

View cart
How does xigxag pricing work?

Listen to a sample

What to expect

AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW

'Learning to breathe better is a game changer for your running ... Jacko is a fantastic coach' – Richard Whitehead MBE, Paralympic champion & world record holder

‘When used consistently, these practices can unlock easier pace, more enjoyable runs, better recovery and a deeper sense of flow’
Patrick McKeown, author of The Oxygen Advantagehe Oxygen Advantage

TRANSFORM YOUR BREATHING AND UNLOCK THE KEY TO RUNNING FASTER AND FURTHER

Your breath is fundamental to physical and mental performance. How you breathe affects your efficiency, your perception of effort, your nervous system and more. Yet you've probably never trained your breathing.

David ‘Jacko’ Jackson simplifies the science of respiration and gives you the practical tools for smarter breathing and stronger running. He takes you through the limitations of how we currently breathe and shows you how to train your respiratory system.

Through breathwork exercises integrated into your training – including mobility hacks to unlock your ribcage and tools to develop your diaphragm – you’ll learn how to ventilate more efficiently like an elite runner. No matter your running experience, this book will unlock the key to running further and faster.

Better runners breathe better, and this is your guide to becoming one.

Critics Review

Jacko is a fantastic coach, who’s been part of my coaching team that supported me to multiple gold medals and world records. Learning to breathe better is a game changer for your running.
Richard Whitehead MBE, Paralympic champion and world record holder
Jacko’s breathwork helped me defend my world title. Because I was always in control of the effort, I was in control of my body and in total control of my mind. It meant I could relax, enjoy and express myself on the world stage.
Sam Ruddock, Double World Champion Para Cycling
A thorough and highly practical guide to breathing for running. It will spark important conversations and influence progress in the sport for years to come … Jacko’s book is not only a guide to running. It is a guide to living well through breath. When used consistently, these practices can unlock easier pace, more enjoyable runs, better recovery and a deeper sense of flow.
Patrick McKeown, author of The Oxygen Advantage
I’ve been running marathons and coaching marathon runners for 40 years and never once has someone like David (an expert in breathing) explained to me and showed me how I can improve my breathing.
Dr Martin Yelling, coach, runner and author
A fantastic guide and learning tool
Bob Stewart, England Rugby Medical Lead Men's Senior Team
Since working with Jacko the impact he’s had on my mental and physical feeling has been transformational. The techniques and education he has taught me have opened my eyes into how to breathe properly in certain positions and situations to improve my performance. Whether that’s mobility, controlling my breathing in the heat of the game or down regulation breathing, the impact has been absolutely brilliant.
George Ford, England Rugby international
A fascinating read … simple, exciting insights that will make you run faster and feel more relaxed whilst doing so
Paul Tonkinson, author of 26.2 Miles to Happiness
Jacko is a master-breather! Not only is he an accomplished athlete who has conquered breathwork but Jacko breathes life, energy and clarity into the science of running and respiration.

David tells the story of his injury and his ensuing exploration into the science of breath with humility, grace and humour. He keeps you turning the pages to find your next step on your journey to mastering breath and making your running easier, more graceful, and in tune with your physiology. Every runner, in fact, every breather will benefit from time spent with this book.
James Earls, author of Born to Walk
A great blend of science, theory and practical advice. An easy read that everyone will get something out of.
Gemma Jefferson, Performance Physiotherapist for Olympic and Paralympic athletes
Most runners train their legs and overlook their breath. Jacko flips that script. Train your breathing and everything changes: build real endurance, move more efficiently, and recover faster. If you exercise, if you run, if you breathe, this book is for you.
Matteo Pistono, author of Breathe How You Want to Feel
This is more than a book about how we breathe; it’s a training masterclass based on thousands of hours of coaching and personal application. Jacko makes something as complex as respiration, and how we train it for optimal efficiency, accessible to every runner. From short distance amateurs to endurance elites, follow Jacko’s advice to the letter, and over time you’ll leave 'fine' or, worse, 'just made it through' performances in the dust.
Matt Bagwell, Master Breath Training Instructor and ultramarathon runner.
As a coach and researcher, I am always looking for new ideas and ways to further my understanding. Breathing is foundational to efficient, resilient running, yet few athletes truly understand it. This excellent and informative book fills that gap. It’s simple, smart and grounded in real running.
Shane Benzie, author of The Lost Art of Running
A game-changer. Jacko’s story from professional rugby player, sustaining a brain injury to breathwork coach and ultra-runner is simply inspiring. The book also achieves a goal that many authors aspire to, that of explaining a technical subject or science in everyday language, blending science and practice to clearly explain how breathing affects endurance, recovery, and mental focus … Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned athlete, this book is a must-read for runners interested in being a better athlete and also becoming more connected to their body and its performance.
Matt Ward, Runcomm

About xigxag

Experience the best audiobooks with xigxag, an innovative and user-friendly audiobook platform designed for seamless discovery, purchase, and enjoyment of your favorite titles. Our flexible pricing model offers bestselling audiobooks for less, providing affordable prices and the best audiobook deals without requiring a subscription. Perfect for gifting, xigxag also features convenient audiobook gift cards and in-app audiobook gifting options.

 

Beyond the listening experience, xigxag stands as an exciting alternative to big tech, embodying a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical practices. As the only B Corp certified UK audiobook service, we ensure a guilt-free listening experience from a leader in audiobook innovation.

 

Effortlessly search audiobooks, access honest audiobook reviews that evaluate both the content and narration, and easily discover hidden gems. Whether you prefer to download or stream top audiobook titles, xigxag provides the best possible listening experience anytime, anywhere, on the UK’s best independent audiobook app. Discover the future of audiobooks today.