5 Good Deep Breathing Techniques
4. Alternate nostril breathing
This kind of breathing is best for people who have a lot of stress. It brings calm and balance in your life. Firstly, sit straight with your legs crossed. Put your right hand’s thumb over the right nostril and block the air. Now inhale from the other nostril slowly and deeply. Once you reach the peak of inhalation, put your right hand’s ring finger on the left nostril and block the inhaled air. Release your thumb from the right nostril to exhale. Alternately repeat for the nostrils. Continue this procedure for a few minutes. This technique clears the channels, helps you to stay away from cold and make you feel fresh and energized.
5. Simple complete breathing
This type of breathing includes all the three levels of breathing. It includes filling your lungs to their maximum capacity and then completely exhaling. Start practicing this technique by sitting upright in a comfortable position. Afterwards, relax the shoulders. Keep the chest open and inhale slowly. Make sure you inhale from the abdomen till your lungs are completely filled with air. Wait for 5 seconds and then exhale. Don’t exhale in a haste Just let the air flow slowly and calmly.
