Did you know that about 80% of people have bad breathing habits? Shallow breathing and mouth breathing can lead to health problems like asthma, anxiety, and sleep issues. But, the Buteyko breathing technique can help you breathe better and feel healthier. Ukrainian doctor Konstantin Buteyko created this method in the 1950s. It teaches you to … Read more
Breathwork is a therapy that uses breathing exercises to improve health. It focuses on the breath to reduce stress and increase self-awareness. This practice helps connect the mind and body more deeply. Breathwork’s history goes back to ancient yoga and meditation. These practices used breathing to grow spiritually and stay healthy. Today, breathwork therapy is … Read more
Looking for a yoga breathing technique to ease stress and boost energy? Try Lion’s Breath, or simhasana pranayama. It’s a powerful way to release tension, clear your throat and sinuses, and unlock your inner power and creativity. Lion’s Breath works your entire face, neck, lungs, and diaphragm. It’s a full-body energizer. Adding it to your … Read more
Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? Deep breathing techniques can help. They are simple and effective for managing anxiety. By focusing on controlled breathing, you can relax your body and mind. Breathing exercises are easy to do anywhere. You don’t need any special equipment. They can help reduce stress and anxiety. Adding deep breathing to your daily … Read more
Did you know asthma affects about 1 in 13 people in the U.S.? For those with asthma and COPD, breathing is more than just inhaling and exhaling. It’s about getting the most oxygen. Healthcare experts often suggest pursed lip breathing for this. Adding pursed lip breathing to your respiratory therapy can really boost lung health. … Read more
In this episode of the Take a Deep Breath podcast, host Mike Mayer interviews Anders Olsson, a renowned breathwork expert featured in Breath by James Nestor. They discuss the often-overlooked role of CO2 in health, from breathing techniques to CO2 bathing and therapy, and how carbon dioxide can be a powerful ally for relaxation, focus, … Read more
Did you know Americans spend 44 minutes daily feeling stressed? Our fast-paced world makes managing stress and anxiety key to well-being. The 478 breathing technique is a simple yet powerful way to find calm and clarity. The 478 breathing technique uses the mind-body connection to reduce stress. It involves inhaling for 4 seconds, holding for … Read more
Did you know 75% of adults in the U.S. face stress daily? This stress can harm our mental and physical health. It can lead to anxiety, depression, and weaken our immune system. But, there’s a simple way to find relief: box breathing. Box breathing, or square breathing, is a mindfulness practice. It involves inhaling, holding, … Read more
