Buteyko Breathing
Reduce over-breathing and improve oxygenation.
Steps
- Breathe gently through your nose.
- After a normal exhale, gently pinch your nose and hold your breath.
- Resume gentle nasal breathing when you feel the first urge to breathe.
Safety
If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or uncomfortable at any point, stop the exercise and breathe normally. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any new breathing practice, especially if you have respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.
Buteyko Breathing
A method focusing on nasal breathing and breath holds to correct chronic hyperventilation. The goal is to increase the body's tolerance to CO2, which can improve oxygen delivery to tissues.
Technique Details
Breath Rate
4.6 breaths/min
Pattern
4s
Inhale
4s
Hold
5s
Exhale
How to Practice
- Breathe gently through your nose.
- After a normal exhale, gently pinch your nose and hold your breath.
- Resume gentle nasal breathing when you feel the first urge to breathe.
Safety Note
If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or uncomfortable at any point, stop the exercise and breathe normally. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any new breathing practice, especially if you have respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.