Stressed? Lifestyle Coach Luke Coutinho Shares How A Simple Breathing Method Can Calm Your Mind
Whether you are feeling low or anxious or just need a mood lifter, the Lifestyle Coach writes that the 4-7-8 breathing technique can help. It is "one of the most powerful and effective exercises to instantly calm your mind."
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What is the 4-7-8 breathing technique?
It is a simple breathing technique based on the ancient yogic method called pranayama and promotes overall well-being. Luke shares how you can perform this breathing technique:
Inhale for 4 seconds
Hold your breath for 7 seconds
Exhale for 8 seconds
It may look simple but it is extremely beneficial and offers several benefits for your overall health.
Benefits of 4-7-8 breathing technique
Reduces stress: The expert shares, "4-7-8 breathing technique helps reduce stress." A study published in the journal Brain Sciences found that even 5 minutes of controlled, slow breathing can help calm your mind and ward off stress and anxiety.
Good for your heart health: Breathing techniques are, in general, good for your heart health. A 2022 study published in Physiological Reports found that the 4-7-8 breathing technique can help improve heart rate variability and blood pressure in young adults.
Helps you deal with anxiety: If you have been experiencing symptoms of anxiety, you should try the 4-7-8 breathing technique. A study published in the Obesity Surgery journal found that this breathing technique helps regulate your breath and ease anxiety symptoms.
When your stress and anxiety levels are in control, the quality of your life will definitely improve.
So, what are you waiting for? Get with the program for the sake of your mental health. You can bring your body back to balance sans equipment, cost- just conscious breathing and some time!
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