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       5 Health Benefits of Deep Breathing
       By: LightMove Date: February 10, 2022, 2:02 am
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       Every day, you breathe thousands of times without even thinking
       about it. The inhalation and exhalation processes allow fresh
       oxygen to enter the bloodstream as carbon dioxide is removed
       from the body. However, deep breathing is a conscious practice
       that provides many health benefits beyond the standard breathing
       required for life.
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       When it comes to improving our health, many of us focus on areas
       where we can easily quantify and track, such as how many
       carbohydrates or calories we consume, or how many times a week
       we exercise. Although it may be harder to measure, reducing and
       managing stress is a key component of staying healthy. Chronic
       stress has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure,
       diabetes, depression and anxiety, according to the National
       Institute of Mental Health.
       Deep breathing exercises are an effective and simple solution to
       reduce stress. Even better, deep breathing is good for your body
       and mind. Let's discover how deep breathing can have a lasting
       positive impact on your life!
       Reduce anxiety and depression
       Deep breathing exercises allow you to relieve stress in a safe
       and healthy way. By taking a few minutes each day to find a
       quiet place and focus on your breathing, you can better manage
       your symptoms and gain a sense of calm in your daily life.
       Relieve pain
       Consciously breathing not only puts you in a more relaxed
       position, it also allows your body to release endorphins, which
       also play a key role in reducing your perception of pain.
       Lower blood pressure
       Deep breathing exercises help lower overall blood pressure and
       can help improve cardiovascular health. Deep breathing not only
       keeps your entire cardiovascular system strong and healthy, but
       also helps you feel more relaxed in all aspects.
       Boost immunity
       Regular deep-breathing exercises can also have a positive impact
       on your immune system. This phenomenon occurs due to oxidation.
       The more you focus on deep breathing, the more oxygen you
       provide to the blood in your veins.
       Improve concentration
       While brief periods of stress can help us focus more clearly,
       especially on work tasks, prolonged periods of stress can make
       our brains a bit fuzzy. But one of the most significant benefits
       of deep breathing is improved concentration.
       Deep breathing technique
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       There are many different ways you can try to breathe deeply from
       your abdomen instead of your chest. To help, you can opt for the
       OPUMP Smart Breathing Trainer, which offers a variety of
       breathing training classes that you can try different exercises
       to see which one gives you the greatest sense of
       calm.
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       Diaphragmatic breathing
       Sit or lie flat on your back. Place one hand on your belly and
       one hand on your chest. Breathe in slowly through your nose to
       expand your abdomen and make sure your chest doesn't move.
       Exhale slowly through slightly open lips as if you were
       whistling. Push all the air out of your abdomen with your hands
       and repeat this exercise 3 or more times.
       4-7-8 breathing
       It's similar to abdominal breathing. Simply perform the above
       exercise in the same way, but with a count. As you inhale, count
       to four, then hold your breath for a count of seven. Exhale for
       a count of eight, then push all the air out of your stomach
       again with your hands. Repeat as needed.
       Deep breathing isn't just an exercise that fits into your daily
       routine. While consciously breathing may be a simple process, it
       brings many benefits and has the potential to improve many
       different areas of your life. Starting today, practice deep
       breathing!
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