Increased and/or over breathing in extreme cases is referred to as hyper- ventilation and is closely associated with anxiety and apprehension (18). Stress tends to exacerbate quick and upper-chest breathing patterns and can indicate a general dysfunction of an individual’s ability to alternate between heightened activity levels and rest periods, limiting full recovery before resumption of activity. Recalling that respiration is prioritized over spine stabilization, stressed clients who are prone to poor breathing patterns can be at risk for losing the protective trunk stabilization efforts of the diaphragm. Ironically enough, good breathing patterns can be an effective tool individuals can use to manage stress, there- fore it should be encouraged during stressful times (4,7,34).