Breathing Techniques

We talked about this in all of the yoga classes this week, so I wanted to be sure and get it out on the blog.  Remember, give yourself 3-5 minutes everyday this week to practice some sort of breathing technique, even if you choose to simply sit and observe the breath.  It is a great way to keep yourself relaxed and refreshed during the holiday season.

If you feel the breathing rhythm is causing or increasing anxiety, go back to simply watching the breath and if you are already stressed, stick to the Balanced or Relaxing breathing rhythm, since the energizing breath could make you more tense.

Inhalation   Hold   Exhalation   Hold   Effect

     4                1             8              4        Relaxing

     6                2             6              2        Balanced

     6                4             6              1        Energizing


Enjoy and let me know how it effects your day.