Fit For Purpose With Ambrose Wb

Belly Breath Technique When we are panicked or unconsciously stressed, we tend to take short, shallow gasps of air. The resulting lack of oxygen restricts blood flow and causes muscles to tense. By allowing more air to enter your body, you will slow down your heart rate, lower your blood pressure, and break the stress cycle.  Explore the following breathing technique: Try imagining a spot just below your navel.  Breathe into that spot, through your nose, and fill your abdomen with air. Let the air fill you from the abdomen up. Then breathe out your mouth, like deflating a balloon. With every long, slow breath out, you will feel more relaxed. The next time you are in a stressful situation: Sit up straight. Inhale through your nose with your mouth closed. Exhale through your mouth  Make your exhalation twice as long as your inhalation (for example, inhale for two seconds, exhale for four).  Use your abdomen when you breathe, consciously pushing your belly out.  Try pu