Deep breathing is a great way of releasing stress and calming the mind. Also known as Diaphragmatic breathing it is a common exercise that involves stimulation of the diaphragm with slow deep breaths based on certain time intervals.
What happens during deep breathing exercises?
Diaphragmatic breathing involves both slow inhalation and exhalation over a period of time. By doing this repetitively you are using your diaphram muscles that contract and relax throughout the task as well as surrounding musculature as shown in the diagram below!
Benefits Of Deep Breathing
- Decrease Stress
- Increase Breathing Capacity
- Relaxation
- Lower Blood Pressure
- Improve Sleep
- Increase Energy Levels
- Improve Mood
- Increase Productivity
Best Way To Perform A Deep Breathing Exercise
Double Breathing
- Use A Sitting or Laying Position
- Breath in for 2 seconds through your nose
- Exhale for 4 seconds through your mouth
- Repeat these breaths 5 – 10 times
*The aim of double breathing is to exhale twice as long as you inhaled. For example = Inhaling for 3 seconds would mean exhaling for 6 seconds!
* It is recommended to repeat this exercises twice a day to get the best results in a shorter time frame
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