You do it all day long — but are you doing it correctly? Study after study has proven the benefits of breathing exercises to boost immunity, mood, and improve a range of health issues. But how?,
TAKE A DEEP BREATH Even though breathing exercises are supported by research cost nothing are free of side effects and can be done anywhere at any time people often have a hard time committing to the daily practice of mindful breathing. But it’s worth the investment
W hen was the last time you thought about your breathing? Chances are it was only when your nose was clogged or you went for a long hard run.
In everyday life we pay little attention to our breathing. But our breath can reveal a lot about our inner state. When we’re relaxed our breathing is usually slow and consistent. If we’re weepy or depressed we may inhale short breaths and exhale in long sighs. Fear can make us hold our breath. When our mind is overactive the breath practically disappears — it becomes shallow and moves to the top of the chest.
Undisturbed our breath serves as an indicator of our physical and emotional health. But when we start to breathe consciously controlling every inhale and exhale it can produce dramatic results. Studies have consistently shown that breathing exercises can help reduce symptoms associated with anxiety insomnia post-traumatic stress disorder depression and attention deficit disorder. Through controlled breathing it’s also possible to boost your immune system elevate your performance levels and improve your mood.
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