4-7-8 Relax Breathing 2.1 Apk
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Description of 4-7-8 Relax Breathing
The 4-7-8 breathing technique is a breathing pattern developed by Dr. Andrew Weil. It’s based on an ancient yogic technique called pranayama, which helps practitioners gain control over their breathing. The technique can achieve the following: • reduce anxiety • help you to get sleep • managing cravings • controlling or reducing anger responses How to do it: Before starting the breathing pattern, adopt a comfortable sitting or lying position • empty the lungs of air, breathe in quietly through the nose for 4 seconds • hold the breath for a count of 7 seconds • exhale through the mouth, pursing the lips and making a "whoosh" sound, for 8 seconds • repeat the cycle up to 4 times Dr. Weil recommends using the technique at least twice a day to start seeing the benefits sooner. He also suggests that people avoid doing more than four breath cycles in a row until they have more practice with the technique. A person may feel lightheaded after doing this for the first few times. Therefore, it is advisable to try this technique when sitting or lying down to prevent dizziness or falls.