{"id":61999,"date":"2024-10-08T08:00:57","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T06:00:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/?p=61999"},"modified":"2025-09-28T08:52:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28T08:52:53","slug":"breathing-exercises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sportstyle\/breathing-exercises\/","title":{"rendered":"9 ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n para practicar cuando te sientas ansioso"},"content":{"rendered":"<!-- post header -->\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumn\">\n    <div class=\"col breadcrumb\">\n        <a href=\"\/es\/\">Inicio<\/a>\/\n        <a href=\"\/es\/category\/sportstyle\/\">Sportstyle<\/a>\/ 9 ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n para probar cuando te sientas ansioso\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row rowPostHeaderImage headerImageAnim\">\n    <div class=\"scrollAnim\" \n        id=\"postHeaderImage\"\n         style=\"width:100%;position:relative;overflow:hidden;        aspect-ratio:2        ;\" >\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Woman in yoga outfit with closed eyes\"\n        class=\"\"\n        src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;        object-position: 50% 0%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<\/div>\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide rowPostHeader\">\n    <div id=\"postHeaderText\" class=\"col tcenter\" >\n        <div class=\"cat\"><a class=\"secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sportstyle\/\">Sportstyle<\/a><\/div>\n        <div id=\"headerSocialIcons\" class=\"headerSocialIcons tleft\">\n            <a class=\"facebook\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.puma-catchup.com%2Fes%2Fsportstyle%2Fbreathing-exercises%2F\" target=\"blank\"><\/a>\n            <a class=\"linkedin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/sharing\/share-offsite\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.puma-catchup.com%2Fes%2Fsportstyle%2Fbreathing-exercises%2F\" target=\"blank\"><\/a>\n            <a class=\"x\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/share?url=https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sportstyle\/breathing-exercises\/&#038;text=\" target=\"blank\"><\/a>\n            <a class=\"pinterest\" href=\"http:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.puma-catchup.com%2Fes%2Fsportstyle%2Fbreathing-exercises%2F\" target=\"blank\"><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n        <h1 class=\"\" >9 ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n para practicar cuando te sientas ansioso<\/h1>\n        <div class=\"articleintro\" >Inhala, exhala.<\/div>\n        <div class=\"date\">8 de octubre de 2024 <\/div>\n\n        <div id=\"\" class=\"headerSocialIconsMobile tcenter mobile\">\n            <a class=\"sharing\" id=\"mobileshare\" onclick='navigator.share({ \"title\": &quot;9 Breathing Exercises to Try When You Feel Anxious&quot;, \"text\": &quot;We all get a little anxious sometimes. 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Por suerte, existen muchas herramientas y t\u00e9cnicas diferentes que pueden ayudarnos a autorregularnos. Una de las formas m\u00e1s poderosas de aliviar los s\u00edntomas de la ansiedad y superar la sensaci\u00f3n de agobio es la respiraci\u00f3n.\u00a0<\/span><br><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Aqu\u00ed tienes una lista de ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n probados y eficaces a los que puedes recurrir cada vez que te sientas ansioso. Cada uno tiene sus beneficios espec\u00edficos, pero todos funcionan seg\u00fan el mismo principio de recuperar la calma mediante una respiraci\u00f3n consciente y regulada.<\/span><\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Alarga tu exhalaci\u00f3n<\/span><br><br><strong>Empezando por lo b\u00e1sico: este ejercicio se centra en la exhalaci\u00f3n. Respirar profundamente no siempre ayuda a relajarse; de hecho, la inhalaci\u00f3n est\u00e1 relacionada con el sistema nervioso simp\u00e1tico, que activa la respuesta de lucha o huida.<\/strong> Por otro lado, la exhalaci\u00f3n est\u00e1 relacionada con el sistema nervioso parasimp\u00e1tico, que ayuda al cuerpo a relajarse.\u00a0<br><br><strong>Este m\u00e9todo se centra en prolongar la exhalaci\u00f3n. Se puede realizar en cualquier posici\u00f3n c\u00f3moda, ya sea sentado, de pie o tumbado.<\/strong>.<br><br><ol><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comience con un<strong> Exhalaci\u00f3n lenta y completa.<\/strong>. Vac\u00eda los pulmones y luego deja que se llenen de aire de forma natural.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A continuaci\u00f3n, <strong>Conc\u00e9ntrate en hacer que tu exhalaci\u00f3n sea ligeramente m\u00e1s larga que tu inhalaci\u00f3n.<\/strong>. Por ejemplo, inspira durante cuatro segundos y luego espira durante seis.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practique esta sencilla t\u00e9cnica durante dos a cinco minutos, o <strong>hasta que te sientas m\u00e1s tranquilo<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/span><\/li><br><\/ol><br><\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n en caja<\/span>\n<br\/>Cuando la respiraci\u00f3n es controlada y r\u00edtmica, puede ayudar a regular el sistema nervioso y aliviar la ansiedad. <strong>Puedes realizar esta t\u00e9cnica sent\u00e1ndote c\u00f3modamente con los pies apoyados en el suelo y las manos descansando en tu regazo. A continuaci\u00f3n:<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierra los ojos y<strong> T\u00f3mese un momento para acomodarse en su asiento.<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comience por <strong>exhalando todo el aire<\/strong> desde tus pulmones lentamente.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Inhala profundamente.<\/strong> por la nariz contando hasta cuatro.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aguanta la respiraci\u00f3n durante otros cuatro segundos., <strong>mantener el cuerpo relajado<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala lenta y completamente.<\/strong> a trav\u00e9s de la boca contando hasta cuatro, liberando cualquier tensi\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vuelve a contener la respiraci\u00f3n contando hasta cuatro antes de <strong>reiniciar el ciclo<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa con este patr\u00f3n,<\/strong> Imagina que tu respiraci\u00f3n se mueve alrededor de un cuadrado, en el que cada lado representa una parte del ciclo respiratorio.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Si tu mente divaga, <strong>Gu\u00eda suavemente tu atenci\u00f3n hacia el ritmo de tu respiraci\u00f3n.<\/strong> y el conde.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Practique esta t\u00e9cnica durante 5-10 minutos.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n consciente<\/span><br><br><strong>Este ejercicio ayuda a anclar tu mente en el momento presente y puede reducir la ansiedad al desviar tu atenci\u00f3n de los factores estresantes.<\/strong><br><br><ol><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cierra los ojos y respira profundamente varias veces.<\/strong> Acom\u00f3dese en su asiento con la espalda recta y las manos apoyadas en el regazo.<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comienza prestando atenci\u00f3n a tu respiraci\u00f3n.<strong> Observa las sensaciones del aire entrando y saliendo por tus fosas nasales.<\/strong><\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Observa c\u00f3mo sube y baja tu pecho o abdomen.<\/strong> con cada inhalaci\u00f3n y exhalaci\u00f3n, sin intentar cambiar el ritmo.<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Si tu mente comienza a divagar, <strong>reconocer con delicadeza los pensamientos o sentimientos<\/strong>, y luego vuelve a centrar tu atenci\u00f3n en tu respiraci\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Para mantener la concentraci\u00f3n, puedes intentar contar en silencio cada respiraci\u00f3n o elegir una palabra sencilla como \u201cdentro\u201d y \u201cfuera\u201d para <strong>Sigue mentalmente cada inhalaci\u00f3n y exhalaci\u00f3n.<\/strong>, y mant\u00e9n tu atenci\u00f3n en la respiraci\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li><br><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa con esta pr\u00e1ctica.<\/strong> durante 5-10 minutos, o m\u00e1s tiempo si te sientes c\u00f3modo.<\/span><\/li><\/ol><\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n 4-7-8\u00a0<\/span>\n<br\/><strong>Esta es una t\u00e9cnica de respiraci\u00f3n com\u00fan que puede calmar r\u00e1pidamente la mente y el cuerpo, reducir la presi\u00f3n arterial y mejorar la concentraci\u00f3n y la claridad.<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierra los ojos y <strong>Coloca la punta de la lengua justo detr\u00e1s de los dientes frontales superiores.<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhala completamente por la boca., <strong>haciendo un ruido sibilante<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cierra la boca e inhala silenciosamente.<\/strong> por la nariz contando hasta cuatro.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Aguanta la respiraci\u00f3n mientras cuentas hasta siete.<\/strong>, prestando atenci\u00f3n a las sensaciones que hay dentro de ti. Si surgen pensamientos, recon\u00f3celos y d\u00e9jalos ir mientras vuelves a centrar tu atenci\u00f3n en la respiraci\u00f3n y en contar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala completamente por la boca.<\/strong>, haciendo de nuevo el sonido sibilante, contando hasta ocho.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa este ciclo durante cuatro respiraciones al principio.<\/strong>, aumentando gradualmente hasta ocho respiraciones a medida que te sientas m\u00e1s c\u00f3modo.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n alterna por las fosas nasales (Nadi Shodhana)<\/span>\n<br\/>Esta es una t\u00e9cnica y\u00f3guica de pranayama (t\u00e9cnicas de respiraci\u00f3n) que consiste en <strong>\u00fatil para estimular el sistema nervioso parasimp\u00e1tico, mejorar la funci\u00f3n cardiovascular y, seg\u00fan se dice, equilibrar los dos hemisferios del cerebro.<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coloca la mano izquierda sobre la rodilla izquierda y <strong>lleva tu mano derecha a tu nariz<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Utiliza el pulgar derecho.<\/strong> cerrar suavemente la fosa nasal derecha.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Inhale profundamente por la fosa nasal izquierda.<\/strong>, notando el aire fresco entrando en tu cuerpo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierra la fosa nasal izquierda con el dedo anular y <strong>Suelta el pulgar y abre la fosa nasal derecha.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala lentamente.<\/strong> y completamente por la fosa nasal derecha, liberando cualquier tensi\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><strong>Inhala por la fosa nasal derecha.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierre la fosa nasal derecha con el pulgar y <strong>suelta tu dedo anular<\/strong>, abriendo la fosa nasal izquierda.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala lenta y completamente.<\/strong> por la fosa nasal izquierda, prestando atenci\u00f3n al flujo de aire que sale.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa con este patr\u00f3n alternativo.<\/strong> durante 5-10 minutos, o tanto tiempo como te sientas c\u00f3modo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Si te distraes,<strong> Vuelve a centrarte suavemente en la sensaci\u00f3n de tu respiraci\u00f3n.<\/strong> entrando y saliendo por cada fosa nasal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n abdominal (respiraci\u00f3n diafragm\u00e1tica)<\/span>\n<br\/>Respirar profundamente y de forma consciente utilizando el diafragma puede activar la respuesta de relajaci\u00f3n del cuerpo y reducir la ansiedad. <strong>Puedes practicar esta t\u00e9cnica buscando una posici\u00f3n c\u00f3moda, sentado o tumbado, en un lugar tranquilo.<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Coloca una mano sobre tu pecho.<\/strong> y el otro en el abdomen, justo debajo de la caja tor\u00e1cica.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cierra los ojos y t\u00f3mate un momento para prestar atenci\u00f3n a tu respiraci\u00f3n natural.<\/strong> sin cambiarlo. Siente c\u00f3mo sube y baja tu cuerpo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Inhale lentamente y profundamente.<\/strong> por la nariz, permitiendo que el abdomen se expanda y se eleve. El pecho debe permanecer relativamente quieto.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al inhalar, <strong>visualiza tu respiraci\u00f3n<\/strong> llenando tu abdomen, como un globo que se infla suavemente.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala lentamente por la boca.<\/strong>, sintiendo c\u00f3mo se te hunde el est\u00f3mago al soltar todo el aire.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa con esta respiraci\u00f3n lenta y profunda.,<\/strong> Centr\u00e1ndote en la expansi\u00f3n de tu abdomen con cada inhalaci\u00f3n y su contracci\u00f3n con cada exhalaci\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Practique esta t\u00e9cnica durante 5-10 minutos y<strong> Observa c\u00f3mo tu cuerpo y tu mente se relajan gradualmente.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n resonante (respiraci\u00f3n coherente)<\/span>\n<br\/><strong>Este patr\u00f3n de respiraci\u00f3n lenta y relajada puede aportar calma y coherencia a tu mente y tu cuerpo.<\/strong>. Busque un lugar tranquilo para sentarse o recostarse y luego:<br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierra los ojos y ponte en una posici\u00f3n c\u00f3moda. <strong>Inhale lentamente por la nariz.<\/strong> Durante cinco segundos, siente c\u00f3mo tu abdomen se eleva suavemente.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exhala lentamente por la nariz contando hasta cinco., <strong>sentir c\u00f3mo se hunde tu abdomen.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa con este ritmo constante.<\/strong>, manteniendo un ritmo suave y relajado.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Imagina tu respiraci\u00f3n como una ola.<\/strong>, subiendo y bajando en un flujo tranquilo y continuo.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Deja que tu cuerpo y tu mente se calmen.<\/strong> en este ritmo.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Practique esta t\u00e9cnica.<\/strong> durante 10-20 minutos, disfrutando del estado de paz que te aporta.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">El aliento del le\u00f3n (Simhasana)<\/span>\n<br\/><strong>Esta t\u00e9cnica de respiraci\u00f3n energizante puede ayudar a liberar la tensi\u00f3n y reducir la ansiedad, al tiempo que revitaliza la mente y el cuerpo.<\/strong> Puedes practicar esta t\u00e9cnica sent\u00e1ndote sobre los talones o con las piernas cruzadas en un lugar tranquilo. <strong>Practique esta t\u00e9cnica siempre que necesite liberar el estr\u00e9s, la tensi\u00f3n o las emociones reprimidas.<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Si\u00e9ntate con la espalda recta.<\/strong> con las manos apoyadas en las rodillas.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cierra los ojos.<\/strong> y respira varias veces de forma natural para acomodarte en la posici\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Inhala profundamente.<\/strong> por la nariz, llenando completamente los pulmones.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abre bien la boca y <strong>sacar la lengua<\/strong>, estir\u00e1ndolo hacia abajo, hacia la barbilla.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala con fuerza por la boca.<\/strong> con un sonido fuerte \u201cha\u201d, como el rugido de un le\u00f3n. Siente c\u00f3mo el aire sale desde lo m\u00e1s profundo de tu abdomen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al exhalar, <strong>abre bien los ojos y mira hacia arriba<\/strong>, centr\u00e1ndote en el espacio entre tus cejas o en la punta de tu nariz.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al final de la exhalaci\u00f3n, <strong>Relaja tu rostro y cierra la boca.<\/strong>, volviendo a una posici\u00f3n neutral.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Repite esta respiraci\u00f3n.<\/strong> 5-7 veces. Despu\u00e9s de la \u00faltima ronda, cierre la boca y respire normalmente.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Respiraci\u00f3n con los labios fruncidos<\/span>\n<br\/><strong>Esta t\u00e9cnica ayuda a ralentizar la respiraci\u00f3n y mejorar el intercambio de ox\u00edgeno, lo que puede aliviar la ansiedad y ayudarte a sentirte m\u00e1s en control.\u00a0<\/strong><br\/>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Relaja los hombros y el cuello.<\/strong>, y t\u00f3mate un momento para acomodarte en tu posici\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cierra los ojos si eso te ayuda a concentrarte, y <strong>Respire normalmente por la nariz.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Frunce los labios.<\/strong> como si estuvieras a punto de soplar una vela o silbar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Exhala lenta y suavemente por los labios fruncidos.<\/strong>, aproximadamente el doble de tiempo que la inhalaci\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Conc\u00e9ntrate en mantener la exhalaci\u00f3n lenta.<\/strong> y constante, sin forzar la salida del aire.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Contin\u00faa inhalando por la nariz.<\/strong> Cuenta hasta dos mientras inspiras y luego cuenta hasta cuatro mientras espiras, sintiendo c\u00f3mo tu cuerpo se relaja al soltar el aire.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Al exhalar,<strong> Imagina que est\u00e1s soplando suavemente para alejar tu estr\u00e9s.<\/strong> y la ansiedad, dej\u00e1ndola desaparecer con cada respiraci\u00f3n.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Repite este patr\u00f3n.<\/strong> durante 5-10 minutos.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row text single -->\n<div class=\"gradientnone\">\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnWide spacing\">\n    <div class=\"col articleText\">\n        <div class=\"textStyle_2b\" ><span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Reflexiones finales<\/span>\n<span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Practique estas t\u00e9cnicas con regularidad para cultivar una sensaci\u00f3n de calma y presencia en su vida diaria y para lidiar con las oleadas de ansiedad cuando surjan. Para sacar el m\u00e1ximo provecho de estos ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n, es importante prestar atenci\u00f3n a su cuerpo y observar qu\u00e9 m\u00e9todos parecen tener el mejor impacto en sus niveles de estr\u00e9s.<\/span>\n<span class=\"textStyle_intro\">Si su ansiedad contin\u00faa o se intensifica, considere programar una visita con su m\u00e9dico para explorar sus s\u00edntomas y opciones de tratamiento. Con las estrategias adecuadas, puede recuperar el control sobre su ansiedad y mejorar su calidad de vida.<\/span>\n<\/div>\n   <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row image single -->\n<div class=\"row rowSingleColumnNarrow spacing\">\n\t<div class=\"col\">\n\t<div class=\"aspect-ratio:1; scrollAnim\" \n\t    \n\t     style=\"Narrow;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\t;\" >\n\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Kristine Mitchell - Blogger\"\n\t    class=\"\"\n\t    src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/kris_option3-2-scaled-1-scaled.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;\t    object-position: 45% 41%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n\t    <\/div>\n\t\n\t\t<div class=\"descr\">Kristine Mitchell es una periodista independiente cuyo trabajo explora la cultura global, la expresi\u00f3n creativa y las pautas que observa en el mundo que la rodea.<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- row category header -->\n<div class=\"row rowCategoryHeader\" style=\"grid-template-columns:1fr\">\n    <div class=\"col\" style=\"display: flex; align-items: baseline;\">\n        <h2 class=\"bgPuma\">\n            <span>M\u00e1s yoga<\/span>\n        <\/h2>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"row articleMulti4 spacing\">\n\t    <div class=\"col articleTeaser\" >\n\t\t\t<a class=\"hoverzooma  scrollAnim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/yoga-therapy-session-with-cara-delevingne\/\" \n\t\t\t     tabindex=\"-1\" \n\t\t\t    id=\"17905\"\n\t\t\t     style=\"width:100%;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\t\t\t    aspect-ratio:1\t\t\t    ;\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\"\n\t\t\t    class=\"hoverZoom\"\n\t\t\t    src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/LaughToday_H.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;\t\t\t    object-position: 50% 0%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sports\/\" class=\"secondary2\" style=\"margin-top: 17px;\">Deportes<\/a>\n\t        <h4>Sesi\u00f3n de yoga terap\u00e9utico con Cara Delevingne<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description shortExcerpt\">\n\t\t\t\tA partir de este fin de semana, el domingo 12 de abril, la embajadora de PUMA Cara Delevingne y el terapeuta de yoga Colin Dunsmuir organizar\u00e1n cuatro talleres en directo centrados en el yoga y la meditaci\u00f3n. Las clases se pueden encontrar semanalmente en el Instagram de PUMA. Una de las pasiones de Cara es el yoga, ya que ha tenido un impacto muy positivo en su vida, y quiere animar a todo el mundo a dedicar un momento a trabajar su mente, cuerpo y alma para que podamos ser #StrongerTogether.\n\u00a0\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<a class=\"primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/yoga-therapy-session-with-cara-delevingne\/\" data-no-translation=\"\" data-trp-gettext=\"\">leer la historia<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"col articleTeaser\" >\n\t\t\t<a class=\"hoverzooma  scrollAnim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/looking-ahead-of-international-yoga-day-yoga-no-nos\/\" \n\t\t\t     tabindex=\"-1\" \n\t\t\t    id=\"18857\"\n\t\t\t     style=\"width:100%;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\t\t\t    aspect-ratio:1\t\t\t    ;\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Several people practising Yoga in a class\"\n\t\t\t    class=\"hoverZoom\"\n\t\t\t    src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/yoga_H.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;\t\t\t    object-position: 50% 0%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sports\/\" class=\"secondary2\" style=\"margin-top: 17px;\">Deportes<\/a>\n\t        <h4>En v\u00edsperas del D\u00eda Internacional del Yoga: Yoga No-No's<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description shortExcerpt\">\n\t\t\t\tEntre flexiones, respiraciones profundas y estiramientos, es inevitable cometer algunos errores en la esterilla de yoga. Antes del D\u00eda Internacional del Yoga, que se celebra el domingo, hemos recopilado algunos de los errores m\u00e1s comunes que debes evitar, tanto si eres principiante como si ya tienes experiencia.\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<a class=\"primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/looking-ahead-of-international-yoga-day-yoga-no-nos\/\" data-no-translation=\"\" data-trp-gettext=\"\">leer la historia<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"col articleTeaser\" >\n\t\t\t<a class=\"hoverzooma  scrollAnim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/in-focus-acroyoga\/\" \n\t\t\t     tabindex=\"-1\" \n\t\t\t    id=\"12742\"\n\t\t\t     style=\"width:100%;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\t\t\t    aspect-ratio:1\t\t\t    ;\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Two people practicing AcroYoga on a Meadow\"\n\t\t\t    class=\"hoverZoom\"\n\t\t\t    src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AcroYoga_H.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;\t\t\t    object-position: 50% 0%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sports\/\" class=\"secondary2\" style=\"margin-top: 17px;\">Deportes<\/a>\n\t        <h4>En el punto de mira: AcroYoga<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description shortExcerpt\">\n\t\t\t\t\u00bfQu\u00e9 es el AcroYoga? \u00bfEs yoga, circo, acrobacia o alguna forma alternativa de danza y masaje? Cuando se trata de AcroYoga, la respuesta es \u2018todo lo anterior\u2019.\nEsta pr\u00e1ctica din\u00e1mica se basa en la sabidur\u00eda del yoga, el poder de la acrobacia y los beneficios para la salud de la terap\u00e9utica, por lo que es una gran manera de mezclar su rutina de ejercicios. Sal de tu zona de confort y cambia de perspectiva, \u00a1ahora!\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<a class=\"primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/in-focus-acroyoga\/\" data-no-translation=\"\" data-trp-gettext=\"\">leer la historia<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t    <div class=\"col articleTeaser\" >\n\t\t\t<a class=\"hoverzooma  scrollAnim\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/interview-with-puma-yoga-ambassador-and-spanish-tv-moderator-cristina-pedroche\/\" \n\t\t\t     tabindex=\"-1\" \n\t\t\t    id=\"21328\"\n\t\t\t     style=\"width:100%;position:relative;overflow:hidden;\t\t\t    aspect-ratio:1\t\t\t    ;\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\"\n\t\t\t    class=\"hoverZoom\"\n\t\t\t    src=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/header-pic-C.jpg\" style=\"transition: 0.35s all;height:100%;width:100%;\t\t\t    object-position: 50% 0%; object-fit: cover;\"\/>\n\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sports\/\" class=\"secondary2\" style=\"margin-top: 17px;\">Deportes<\/a>\n\t        <h4>Entrevista con la embajadora de PUMA Yoga y presentadora de televisi\u00f3n espa\u00f1ola Cristina Pedroche<\/h4>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"description shortExcerpt\">\n\t\t\t\tHoy se lanza la nueva colecci\u00f3n de estudio PUMA Yoga: \u00a1vers\u00e1til y con una dosis extra de estilo! Una mujer que combina y transporta muy bien ambos elementos es la embajadora espa\u00f1ola de PUMA Cristina Pedroche.\nEsta joven de 31 a\u00f1os es especialmente conocida en Espa\u00f1a como personalidad televisiva. Cristina es la imagen de las colecciones de yoga de PUMA en la regi\u00f3n. Habl\u00f3 con nosotros sobre el empoderamiento femenino, su vida como figura p\u00fablica y su rutina de ejercicios.\n\n \nComo mujer que defiende el empoderamiento femenino, \u00bfqu\u00e9 significa para usted el empoderamiento femenino y hay algo que toda mujer deber\u00eda tener en cuenta?\nPara m\u00ed, empoderamiento significa ser yo misma, luchar por lo que creo, sentirme libre. Libre para tomar decisiones y ser lo que quiera ser. Todo el mundo deber\u00eda poder ser lo que quisiera, independientemente de su raza, identidad sexual, posici\u00f3n social, religi\u00f3n. Me gusta pensar que todos luchamos por una sociedad m\u00e1s libre, en la que no nos hagamos da\u00f1o los unos a los otros.\nAl estar en el ojo p\u00fablico, tienes que enfrentarte a las cr\u00edticas. \u00bfDe d\u00f3nde saca la valent\u00eda y la fuerza para no dejarse abatir por ciertos comentarios?\nDe ser libre. Me siento segura de lo que hago y de lo que soy. Entiendo que no puedo gustar a todo el mundo y relativizo mucho las cr\u00edticas, tanto las buenas como las malas. Siempre estoy rodeado de mi familia y de mi amigo m\u00e1s \u00edntimo. Son a quienes m\u00e1s escucho.\nTu actitud positiva es alentadora. \u00bfCu\u00e1l es tu clave para tener confianza y ser positiva?\nSiempre intento sacar el lado positivo de las cosas. La vida es un largo camino en el que hay muchos obst\u00e1culos. No podemos cambiar esos obst\u00e1culos, pero s\u00ed nuestra actitud. Con una actitud positiva, todo parece m\u00e1s f\u00e1cil y llevadero.\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<a class=\"primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sports\/interview-with-puma-yoga-ambassador-and-spanish-tv-moderator-cristina-pedroche\/\" data-no-translation=\"\" data-trp-gettext=\"\">leer la historia<\/a>\n\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Todos nos sentimos un poco ansiosos a veces. Por suerte, existen muchas herramientas y t\u00e9cnicas diferentes que pueden ayudarnos a autorregularnos. Una de las formas m\u00e1s poderosas de aliviar los s\u00edntomas de la ansiedad y superar la sensaci\u00f3n de agobio es la respiraci\u00f3n.\u00a0<br \/>\nAqu\u00ed tienes una lista de ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n probados y eficaces a los que puedes recurrir cada vez que te sientas ansioso. Cada uno tiene sus beneficios espec\u00edficos, pero todos funcionan seg\u00fan el mismo principio de recuperar la calma mediante una respiraci\u00f3n consciente y regulada.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":62133,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"is_top_article":false,"is_featured_article":true,"EasyPostViewCounter":2153,"meta-headline":"9 Breathing Exercises to Try When You Feel Anxious","footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"class_list":["post-61999","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-sportstyle"],"fullData":{"ID":61999,"post_author":"4","post_date":"2024-10-08 08:00:57","post_date_gmt":"2024-10-08 06:00:57","post_content":"<!-- wp:puma\/row-post-header {\"image\":{\"id\":62133},\"headline\":\"9 Breathing Exercises to Try When You Feel Anxious\",\"content\":\"Inhale, Exhale\",\"className\":\"\",\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;We all get a little anxious sometimes. Luckily there are many different tools and techniques that can help us self-regulate. One of the most powerful ways to help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and move through overwhelm is the breath.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Here\\u0026rsquo;s a list of tried and true breathing exercises to turn to whenever you\\u0026rsquo;re feeling anxious. Each has its specific benefits, but all work on the same principle of restoring calm through mindful, regulated breathing.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Lengthen Your Exhale\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Starting simple: this one emphasizes the exhale. Taking a deep breath may not always help you relax \u2500 in fact, inhaling is linked to the sympathetic nervous system, which triggers the fight-or-flight response.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; On the other hand, exhaling is connected to the parasympathetic nervous system which helps the body relax.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This method focuses on extending the exhale. It can be done in any comfortable position, whether you\\u0026rsquo;re sitting, standing, or lying down\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Start with a\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; slow, full exhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. Empty your lungs, and then let them naturally fill with air.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Next, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;focus on making your exhale slightly longer than your inhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. For instance, breathe in for four seconds and then out for six.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Practice this simple technique for two to five minutes, or \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;until you feel more calm\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Box Breathing\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;When your breathing is controlled and rhythmic, it can help regulate your nervous system and ease anxiety. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;You can do this technique by sitting comfortably with your feet flat on the ground and hands resting in your lap. Then:\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; take a moment to settle into your seat\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Begin by \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;exhaling all the air\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; from your lungs slowly.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale deeply\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose for a count of four.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Hold your breath for another count of four, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;keeping your body relaxed\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly and fully\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your mouth for a count of four, letting go of any tension.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Hold your breath again for a count of four before \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;starting the cycle over\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this pattern,\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; imagining your breath moving around a square, with each side representing one part of the breathing cycle.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If your mind wanders, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;gently guide your focus back to the rhythm of your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and the count.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Mindful Breathing\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This exercise helps anchor your mind in the present moment and can reduce anxiety by shifting your focus away from stressors.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and take a few natural breaths\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; to settle into your position with your back straight and hands resting on your lap.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Begin by bringing your attention to your breath.\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; Notice the sensations of the air entering and leaving your nostrils.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Observe how your chest or abdomen rises and falls\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; with each inhale and exhale, without trying to change the rhythm.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If your mind starts to wander, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;gently acknowledge the thoughts or feelings\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, and then bring your focus back to your breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;To help maintain focus, you can try silently counting each breath, or choosing a simple word like \\u0026ldquo;in\\u0026rdquo; and \\u0026ldquo;out\\u0026rdquo; to \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;mentally track each inhale and exhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, and keep your attention on the breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this practice\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes, or longer if you feel comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;4-7-8 Breathing\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This is a common breathing technique that can quickly soothe the mind and body, lower blood pressure and improve focus and clarity.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;place the tip of your tongue just behind your upper front teeth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Exhale completely through your mouth, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;making a whooshing sound\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your mouth and inhale quietly\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose for a count of four.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Hold your breath for a count of seven\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, noticing the sensations within you. If thoughts arise, acknowledge them and let them drift away as you bring your focus back to your breath and counting.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale completely through your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, making the whooshing sound again, for a count of eight.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this cycle for four breaths at first\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, gradually increasing to eight breaths as you become more comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;This is a yogic technique of pranayama (breathwork) that is \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;helpful for stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, enhancing cardiovascular function, and is said to balance the two hemispheres of the brain.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Place your left hand on your left knee and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;bring your right hand to your nose\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Use your right thumb\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; to close your right nostril gently.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale deeply through your left nostril\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, noticing the cool air entering your body.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your left nostril with your ring finger and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;release your thumb, opening your right nostril.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and fully through your right nostril, releasing any tension.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale through your right nostril.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your right nostril with your thumb and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;release your ring finger\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, opening your left nostril.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly and fully\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your left nostril, noticing the breath flowing out.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this alternate pattern\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes, or as long as you feel comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If you get distracted,\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; gently return your focus to the sensation of your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; moving in and out through each nostril.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Belly Breathing (Diaphragmatic Breathing)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;Engaging in deep, mindful breathing using your diaphragm can activate your body\\u0026rsquo;s relaxation response and reduce anxiety. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;You can do this technique by finding a comfortable sitting or lying-down position in a quiet place.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Place one hand on your chest\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and the other on your abdomen, just below your rib cage.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and take a moment to notice your natural breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; without changing it. Feel the rise and fall of your body.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Slowly inhale deeply\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose, allowing your belly to expand and rise. Your chest should remain relatively still.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;As you inhale, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;visualize your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; filling your abdomen, like a balloon gently inflating.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly through your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, feeling your belly fall as you release all the air.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this slow, deep breathing,\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; focusing on the expansion of your belly with each inhale and its contraction with each exhale.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Practice this technique for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes and\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; notice how your body and mind gradually relax.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Resonant Breathing (Coherent Breathing)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This slow and relaxed breathing pattern can bring calmness and coherence to your mind and body\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. Find a quiet place to sit or lie down and then:\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and settle into a comfortable position. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale slowly through your nose\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for a count of five, feeling your abdomen rise gently.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly through your nose for a count of five, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;feeling your abdomen fall.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this steady rhythm\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, maintaining a gentle and relaxed pace.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Imagine your breath as a wave\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, rising and falling in a calm and continuous flow.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Allow your body and mind to settle\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; into this rhythm.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 10\\u0026ndash;20 minutes, enjoying the peaceful state it brings.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Lion\\u0026rsquo;s Breath (Simhasana)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This energizing breathing technique can help release tension and reduce anxiety, while also invigorating your mind and body.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; You can do this technique by sitting on your heels or cross-legged in a quiet space. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique whenever you need to release stress, tension, or pent-up emotions.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Sit up tall\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; with your hands resting on your knees.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and take a few natural breaths to settle into the position.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale deeply\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose, filling your lungs completely.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Open your mouth wide and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;stick your tongue out\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, stretching it down towards your chin.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale forcefully through your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; with a loud \\u0026ldquo;ha\\u0026rdquo; sound, like a lion\\u0026rsquo;s roar. Feel the breath moving out from deep in your belly.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;As you exhale, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;open your eyes wide and look upward\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, focusing on the space between your eyebrows or at the tip of your nose.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;At the end of your exhale, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;relax your face and close your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, returning to a neutral position.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Repeat this breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; 5\\u0026ndash;7 times. After the last round, close your mouth and breathe normally.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Pursed Lip Breathing\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This technique helps slow your breathing and improve oxygen exchange, which can ease anxiety and help you feel more in control.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Relax your shoulders and neck\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, and take a moment to settle into your position.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes if it helps you focus, and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;take a normal breath through your nose.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Purse your lips\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; as if you\\u0026rsquo;re about to blow out a candle or whistle.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly and gently through your pursed lips\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, for about twice as long as your inhale.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Focus on keeping your exhale slow\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and steady, without forcing the air out.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue to inhale through your nose\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for a count of two, and then exhale for a count of four, feeling your body relax as you release the breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;As you exhale,\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; imagine that you are gently blowing away your stress\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and anxiety, letting it drift away with each breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Repeat this pattern\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Finishing Thoughts\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Practice these techniques regularly to cultivate a sense of calm and presence in your daily life and to deal with the waves of anxiety as they arise. To get the most out of these breathing exercises, it\\u0026rsquo;s important to pay attention to your body and notice which methods seem to have the best impact on your stress levels.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If your anxiety continues or intensifies, consider scheduling a visit with your doctor to explore your symptoms and treatment options. 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Luckily there are many different tools and techniques that can help us self-regulate. One of the most powerful ways to help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and move through overwhelm is the breath.\u00a0\nHere\u2019s a list of tried and true breathing exercises to turn to whenever you\u2019re feeling anxious. Each has its specific benefits, but all work on the same principle of restoring calm through mindful, regulated breathing.\n","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"breathing-exercises","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2025-09-28 08:52:53","post_modified_gmt":"2025-09-28 08:52:53","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/?p=61999","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw","ancestors":[],"page_template":"","post_category":[3],"tags_input":[],"id":61999,"author":"4","date":"2024-10-08 08:00:57","date_gmt":"2024-10-08 06:00:57","content":"<!-- wp:puma\/row-post-header {\"image\":{\"id\":62133},\"headline\":\"9 Breathing Exercises to Try When You Feel Anxious\",\"content\":\"Inhale, Exhale\",\"className\":\"\",\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;We all get a little anxious sometimes. Luckily there are many different tools and techniques that can help us self-regulate. One of the most powerful ways to help alleviate symptoms of anxiety and move through overwhelm is the breath.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Here\\u0026rsquo;s a list of tried and true breathing exercises to turn to whenever you\\u0026rsquo;re feeling anxious. Each has its specific benefits, but all work on the same principle of restoring calm through mindful, regulated breathing.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Lengthen Your Exhale\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Starting simple: this one emphasizes the exhale. Taking a deep breath may not always help you relax \u2500 in fact, inhaling is linked to the sympathetic nervous system, which triggers the fight-or-flight response.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; On the other hand, exhaling is connected to the parasympathetic nervous system which helps the body relax.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This method focuses on extending the exhale. It can be done in any comfortable position, whether you\\u0026rsquo;re sitting, standing, or lying down\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Start with a\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; slow, full exhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. Empty your lungs, and then let them naturally fill with air.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Next, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;focus on making your exhale slightly longer than your inhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. For instance, breathe in for four seconds and then out for six.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Practice this simple technique for two to five minutes, or \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;until you feel more calm\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Box Breathing\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;When your breathing is controlled and rhythmic, it can help regulate your nervous system and ease anxiety. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;You can do this technique by sitting comfortably with your feet flat on the ground and hands resting in your lap. Then:\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; take a moment to settle into your seat\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Begin by \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;exhaling all the air\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; from your lungs slowly.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale deeply\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose for a count of four.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Hold your breath for another count of four, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;keeping your body relaxed\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly and fully\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your mouth for a count of four, letting go of any tension.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Hold your breath again for a count of four before \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;starting the cycle over\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this pattern,\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; imagining your breath moving around a square, with each side representing one part of the breathing cycle.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If your mind wanders, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;gently guide your focus back to the rhythm of your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and the count.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Mindful Breathing\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This exercise helps anchor your mind in the present moment and can reduce anxiety by shifting your focus away from stressors.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and take a few natural breaths\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; to settle into your position with your back straight and hands resting on your lap.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Begin by bringing your attention to your breath.\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; Notice the sensations of the air entering and leaving your nostrils.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Observe how your chest or abdomen rises and falls\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; with each inhale and exhale, without trying to change the rhythm.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If your mind starts to wander, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;gently acknowledge the thoughts or feelings\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, and then bring your focus back to your breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;To help maintain focus, you can try silently counting each breath, or choosing a simple word like \\u0026ldquo;in\\u0026rdquo; and \\u0026ldquo;out\\u0026rdquo; to \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;mentally track each inhale and exhale\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, and keep your attention on the breath.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this practice\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes, or longer if you feel comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;4-7-8 Breathing\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This is a common breathing technique that can quickly soothe the mind and body, lower blood pressure and improve focus and clarity.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;place the tip of your tongue just behind your upper front teeth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Exhale completely through your mouth, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;making a whooshing sound\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your mouth and inhale quietly\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose for a count of four.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Hold your breath for a count of seven\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, noticing the sensations within you. If thoughts arise, acknowledge them and let them drift away as you bring your focus back to your breath and counting.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale completely through your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, making the whooshing sound again, for a count of eight.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this cycle for four breaths at first\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, gradually increasing to eight breaths as you become more comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;This is a yogic technique of pranayama (breathwork) that is \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;helpful for stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, enhancing cardiovascular function, and is said to balance the two hemispheres of the brain.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Place your left hand on your left knee and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;bring your right hand to your nose\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Use your right thumb\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; to close your right nostril gently.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale deeply through your left nostril\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, noticing the cool air entering your body.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your left nostril with your ring finger and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;release your thumb, opening your right nostril.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and fully through your right nostril, releasing any tension.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale through your right nostril.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your right nostril with your thumb and \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;release your ring finger\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, opening your left nostril.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly and fully\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your left nostril, noticing the breath flowing out.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this alternate pattern\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes, or as long as you feel comfortable.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;If you get distracted,\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; gently return your focus to the sensation of your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; moving in and out through each nostril.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Belly Breathing (Diaphragmatic Breathing)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;Engaging in deep, mindful breathing using your diaphragm can activate your body\\u0026rsquo;s relaxation response and reduce anxiety. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;You can do this technique by finding a comfortable sitting or lying-down position in a quiet place.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Place one hand on your chest\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and the other on your abdomen, just below your rib cage.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and take a moment to notice your natural breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; without changing it. Feel the rise and fall of your body.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Slowly inhale deeply\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; through your nose, allowing your belly to expand and rise. Your chest should remain relatively still.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;As you inhale, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;visualize your breath\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; filling your abdomen, like a balloon gently inflating.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly through your mouth\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, feeling your belly fall as you release all the air.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this slow, deep breathing,\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; focusing on the expansion of your belly with each inhale and its contraction with each exhale.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Practice this technique for 5\\u0026ndash;10 minutes and\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt; notice how your body and mind gradually relax.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Resonant Breathing (Coherent Breathing)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This slow and relaxed breathing pattern can bring calmness and coherence to your mind and body\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;. Find a quiet place to sit or lie down and then:\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Close your eyes and settle into a comfortable position. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Inhale slowly through your nose\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for a count of five, feeling your abdomen rise gently.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Exhale slowly through your nose for a count of five, \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;feeling your abdomen fall.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Continue this steady rhythm\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, maintaining a gentle and relaxed pace.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Imagine your breath as a wave\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;, rising and falling in a calm and continuous flow.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Allow your body and mind to settle\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; into this rhythm.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; for 10\\u0026ndash;20 minutes, enjoying the peaceful state it brings.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;\/ol\\u0026gt;\\n\",\"style\":\"2b\",\"className\":\"\",\"width\":\"Wide\",\"firstletter\":\"\",\"gradient\":\"none\",\"spacing\":true,\"previewImage\":\"\",\"lock\":\"\",\"metadata\":\"\",\"TrpContentRestriction\":{\"restriction_type\":\"exclude\",\"selected_languages\":[],\"panel_open\":true}} \/-->\n\n<!-- wp:puma\/row-text-single {\"content\":\"\\u0026lt;span class=\\u0026quot;textStyle_intro\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;Lion\\u0026rsquo;s Breath (Simhasana)\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;This energizing breathing technique can help release tension and reduce anxiety, while also invigorating your mind and body.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; You can do this technique by sitting on your heels or cross-legged in a quiet space. \\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Practice this technique whenever you need to release stress, tension, or pent-up emotions.\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;br\/\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;ol\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Sit up tall\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; with your hands resting on your knees.\\u0026nbsp;\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; aria-level=\\u0026quot;1\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;span style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot;\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;strong\\u0026gt;Close your eyes\\u0026lt;\/strong\\u0026gt; and take a few natural breaths to settle into the position.\\u0026lt;\/span\\u0026gt;\\u0026lt;\/li\\u0026gt;\\n\\u0026lt;li style=\\u0026quot;font-weight: 400;\\u0026quot; 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Por suerte, existen muchas herramientas y t\u00e9cnicas que pueden ayudarnos a autorregularnos. Una de las formas m\u00e1s poderosas de aliviar los s\u00edntomas de ansiedad y superar el agobio es la respiraci\u00f3n.\nHe aqu\u00ed una lista de ejercicios de respiraci\u00f3n de eficacia probada a los que puedes recurrir cuando te sientas ansioso. Cada uno tiene sus beneficios espec\u00edficos, pero todos trabajan sobre el mismo principio de restaurar la calma a trav\u00e9s de la respiraci\u00f3n consciente y regulada.","status":"publish","password":"","name":"ejercicios respiratorios","modified":"2025-09-28 08:52:53","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28 08:52:53","content_filtered":"","parent":0,"type":"post","mime_type":"","template":"","category":[3],"datetime_local":"8 de octubre de 2024, 6:00","date_local":"8 de octubre de 2024","time_local":"6:00","slug":"breathing-exercises","url":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/sportstyle\/breathing-exercises\/","featured_image":{"width":1140,"height":640,"file":"2024\/09\/24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H.jpg","filesize":58204,"sizes":{"medium":{"file":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H-300x168.jpg","width":300,"height":168,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","filesize":9115},"large":{"file":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H-1024x575.jpg","width":1024,"height":575,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","filesize":61164},"thumbnail":{"file":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H-150x150.jpg","width":150,"height":150,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","filesize":5100},"medium_large":{"file":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H-768x431.jpg","width":768,"height":431,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","filesize":38215},"trp-custom-language-flag":{"file":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H-18x10.jpg","width":18,"height":10,"mime-type":"image\/jpeg","filesize":417}},"image_meta":{"aperture":"0","credit":"","camera":"","caption":"","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"","orientation":"0","keywords":[]},"id":62133,"alt":"Woman in yoga outfit with closed eyes","caption":"","description":"","url":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H.jpg","title":"24-10-01_9-Breathing-Excercises_H","aspect_ratio":1.78125,"focalPointLeft":0.5,"focalPointTop":0},"headline":"9 Breathing Exercises to Try When You Feel Anxious","categories":[{"term_id":3,"name":"Sportstyle","slug":"sportstyle","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":3,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":415,"filter":"raw","url":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sportstyle\/"}],"theCategory":{"term_id":3,"name":"Sportstyle","slug":"sportstyle","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":3,"taxonomy":"category","description":"","parent":0,"count":415,"filter":"raw","url":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/category\/sportstyle\/"},"isFeaturedArticle":true,"isTopArticle":false},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61999","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=61999"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/61999\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/62133"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=61999"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.puma-catchup.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=61999"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}