James Nestor

James Nestor is an American science journalist and author whose investigative writing explores the hidden capacities of the human body. He has written for numerous prominent publications, including Outside magazine, The New York Times, and The Atlantic.

He achieved global literary acclaim with his bestselling book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art, which explores the profound physiological impacts of respiration and revives ancient breathing techniques. His previous acclaimed book, Deep: Freediving, Renegade Science, and What the Ocean Tells Us About Ourselves, chronicled the extreme world of freediving.

Nestor’s engaging narrative style and rigorous scientific investigation make complex physiological topics accessible to millions of readers. His work continues to inspire healthier lifestyle habits worldwide.