… science of lion’s breath in particular, but there are plenty of studies about the value of breathwork techniques (pranayama) overall. Dr. Young explains a few of them.Good for your lungsWhen you’re in …
… just about anywhere (though, not while driving or operating other heavy machinery, please).Unlike other types of breathwork, five-finger breathing is a multisensory experience where you concentrate on more than just your breath. You …
… example, is a general style that mixes standing and seated poses while focusing on your posture and breathwork. But vinyasa yoga quickly flows from one pose to the next, like an ever-flowing meditation. Plus …
… martial arts, Aikido is a discipline that requires body awareness, body control and mindful presence. Meditation and breathwork are also part of Aikido.Tai chi. Tai chi has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM …
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… 4-4 breathing.Equal breathing.Four-square breathing.Square breathing.The benefits of box breathing“I love breathwork because it’s easy, it can be done anywhere and it has a potent effect on your …
… doing it yourself, though, she explains some of the health benefits.Benefits of alternate nostril breathingIn general, breathwork can positively affect your mental and physical health, and alternate nostril breathing has some particular benefits. Here …
… type of self-massage after a shower or bath, when your body is warmed up.Start with breathwork. Doing some deep breathing techniques can help you relax.Use a light touch. “Your lymph vessels are …
As you go up and down through life, so does your heart rate. Running on the treadmill at the gym? Your heart rate may be clocking in at 156. Chatting at the coffee shop with …
You have deadline pressures at work. Your relationship is getting complicated. Your kid is having problems at school. Maybe you even have a health concern nagging at you. Before you know it, it can feel …
Life can be stressful. Most of us are constantly on the go, thinking about chores, school, work assignments and everything in between. But there’s a good chance that relaxation isn’t penciled in on …
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