Dynamic breathing
A round of quick breaths, then you hold the air for a moment: enough to wake up without coffee. Practice it seated, and always gently.
- Recommended duration
- 2 rounds, about 3 minutes.
- When to use it
- When you wake up, before a workout, during the afternoon slump.
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Breathe in
Follow the shape: it grows as you breathe in and shrinks as you breathe out.
How to do it
- Sit with your back straight, shoulders relaxed.
- Take 30 quick breaths: 1 second in, 1 second out.
- After the last exhale, breathe in fully and hold for 15 seconds.
- Let go, breathe calmly, then do a second round.
What it does
- Gives you a burst of energy
- Sharpens attention
- Short and effective
In the app, this technique is guided by a voice, its own animation and ambient sounds. To create your own rhythm, use BreathLab.
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