Breathing exercise: breathe with the circle
Pick a pattern and a length, press start and follow the circle. It grows as you breathe in and settles as you breathe out.
Three simple patterns.
Box breathing
4 · 4 · 4 · 4- Breathe in through your nose for four counts.
- Hold for four.
- Breathe out slowly for four.
- Hold for four, then repeat.
4-7-8 breathing
4 · 7 · 8- Breathe in quietly through your nose for four counts.
- Hold for seven.
- Breathe out through your mouth for eight.
- Repeat for a few rounds.
Even breathing
5 · 5- Breathe in for five counts.
- Breathe out for five.
- Keep the rhythm soft and steady.
Sit or lie down comfortably. If you feel dizzy or uncomfortable, stop and return to your normal breathing. This exercise is for relaxation and is not medical advice.
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Breathing basics.
What is box breathing?
A breathing pattern in four equal parts: breathe in for four counts, hold for four, breathe out for four and hold for four, then repeat.
What is 4-7-8 breathing?
Breathe in through your nose for four counts, hold your breath for seven and breathe out through your mouth for eight.
How long should I practice?
Start with one minute and see how it feels. You can pick one, three or five minutes above.
What if I feel dizzy?
Stop and return to your normal breathing. This exercise is for relaxation and is not medical advice.
