LESSON 12 – Advanced Breathe Light Technique for Enhanced Diaphragm Function
Breathe in softly- book gently rise
Breathe out softly- book gently falls
Advanced Breathe Light Technique for Enhanced Diaphragm Function
Objective:
- Purpose: To improve diaphragmatic breathing and normalize breathing volume by reducing breathing movements by 20 to 30 percent. The exercise aims to create a tolerable yet non-stressful air hunger.
Directions:
- Setup:
- Lie on a mat in a semi-supine position with a small pillow under your head and knees bent.
- Place a book or hand just above your navel.
- Breathing Technique:
- Focus on breathing into the abdomen.
- As you inhale, guide the book or hand upward gently.
- As you exhale, guide the book or hand downward.
- Imagine inflating and deflating your belly with each breath cycle.
- Practice light, slow, and deep breathing, allowing each inhalation and exhalation to be calm and controlled.
- Creating Air Hunger:
- Aim for a feeling of wanting more air, a tolerable need for air.
- Continue with light, slow, and deep breathing, focusing on the relaxation of the body.
- Ensure breathing remains quiet, calm, and gentle.
- If breathing rhythm becomes fast or chaotic, pause, and breathe normally before resuming.
Duration:
- Maintain this practice for 5 minutes, focusing on creating and sustaining a tolerable air hunger.
Results:
- Enhanced Recovery: Promotes relaxation and recovery.
- Improved Functional Breathing: Activates and normalizes the function of the diaphragm.
- Meditative Focus: Brings attention to the breath, aiding in mindfulness.
Take Home Message:
- Advice for optimal breathing: Keep the mouth closed during daily activities, sleep, and exercise.
- Regularly spend time softening and quietening your breath, feeling tolerable air hunger.
- Aim for one hour of focused breathing practice daily to improve overall respiratory health.
This advanced Breathe Light exercise focuses on deepening diaphragmatic engagement, reducing breathing movements, and maintaining a comfortable level of air hunger. It serves as both a therapeutic practice and a meditation, emphasizing the importance of conscious breathing in daily life for optimal respiratory function.