Maximize your workouts for ultimate efficiency and results. Share on Pinterest During a workout, your focus is most likely on completing the exercise at hand with good form. And while that’s the meat ...

You may think you have this whole "breathing" thing taken care of. After all, it's one of those processes that's automatic and doesn't need real estate on your to-do list. But breathwork — a practice ...

In yoga, focusing on and controlling your breathing is called pranayama. Slowing down how fast you inhale and exhale your breath can help you control and calm your body. Next time you are feeling ...

Breathing exercises are a quick and simple way to help enhance your sense of well-being. These techniques, which are often used in yoga, may be beneficial for both your physical and mental health. The ...

In the fast-paced world we live in, anxiety and mental stress follow us, ready to pounce at the slightest sign of overwhelm. While we certainly can't control most of what happens in life, we do have ...

Dr. David Spiegel guides you through cyclic sighing, a breath work practice that helps reduce stress and anxiety. Summary: Dr. David Spiegel guides you through a simple yet powerful breath work ...

Rhythmic breathing allows you to slide easily into an effort and pace at which everything glides. In my early days on the run, I, like most, didn’t give any thought to breathing. But after dealing ...

New research reaffirms what many of us have known for years: Longer exhalations calm the autonomic nervous system, reduce physiological arousal, lower stress, and take the edge off anxiety. Graphical ...