The Complete Yogic Breath


The next time you’re feeling stressed or tired try the Complete Yogic Breath.

The Complete Yogic Breath
Deep breathing alone is an effective stress management tool. By breathing properly, you not only cleanse your body of the by-products of metabolism, but you also provide sufficient oxygen to the cells of your body allowing them to function efficiently.
Before you begin check your posture.
Sit comfortably allowing your spine to extend through its natural curves.

Inhale
1. Use the muscles of your diaphragm to pull the breath deep into your body—as you do so your belly moves out.
2. As you continue to inhale, feel your ribs expand,
3. and then feel your chest rise.

Exhale
1. As you exhale, first feel your chest fall,
2. then your ribs contract.
3. Finally, pull your bellybutton in toward your spine and use the muscles of your diaphragm to squeeze the last bit of air from your lungs.

As you continue, allow your breathing to deepen and to slow down.

Posted: Wed - December 21, 2005 at 01:38 PM          

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