July 9th, 2011

Sneaky Breathing Technique

File Under:-Sneaky Fitness Tactics - admin @ 4:44 pm
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Deep breathing has so many benefits…

Reduces stress

When you are stressed, you breathe in short, shallow bursts.

To relax you do the opposite by breathing deeply and slowly.

Releases Endorphins- The body’s natural painkillers into the bloodstream. 

This can help relieve headaches, sleeplessness, backaches and other tension based pains.

Decreases the secretion of Cortisol which is released in response to stress

Less cravings

Increased thyroid  function

Decreases abdominal fat

Enhances the  immune system

Always make sure you are aware of your Breathing when you Exercise.

Strengthens weak abdominal and intestinal muscles

Boosts Endurance and Energy Levels 

NY FITNESS Sneaky Breathing Technique

 

The Sneaky Breathing Challenge:

1.  Find a quiet area where you won’t be disturbed.

2.  Take a deep breath in through your nose, and out through your mouth.  Each time you breathe in and out you count it as one.  Do these until you count to 100. 

3.  It only takes 2 to 4 mins to take 100 breaths.  Set aside a few minutes every day do this breathing technique for one week.  

 

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Leave a comment and let me know what you think?

 

 

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8 Responses to Sneaky Breathing Technique

  1. Marie Alta Jean Baptiste says:
    July 9, 2011 at 10:11 pm

     

    The effect of deep breathing on the parasympathetic nervous system is truly amazing.  Thanks for the post!

    -Marie

  2. Eric Fromstein says:
    July 9, 2011 at 10:24 pm

     
    Hi aj~
    Thanks for the reminder. It’s easy to get so busy during the day that we actually forget to stop and breath deeply. These simple steps are quick and easy.
    I’m breathing deeper as I type this.  =)
     
     

  3. Jonah Stenfield says:
    July 9, 2011 at 11:40 pm

     
    This is very much true. My life has been smooth the time I entered my Yoga class, it had helped me improve my life emotionally and physically. I’m more healthier than before 
    Do you know about these pranayama books?

    http://www.YogaVidya.com/freepdfs.html
     

  4. LAVAUGHN3344@AOL.COM says:
    July 10, 2011 at 12:18 pm

     
    I USED TO HAVE MAD PIMPLES WHEN I WAS YOUNGER.  I THIS ARTICLE ABOUT BREATHING AND ACNE AND NOW MY FACE AND BACK IS CLEAR.
     
     
    http://ezinearticles.com/?Deep-Breathing-and-Acne&id=5337446
     

  5. Sara S. says:
    July 10, 2011 at 1:01 pm

    Good letter and so true. I know exactly what you mean by getting caught up in your daily routine and not making time for yourself. I need to workout first thing in the morning, otherwise it'll never happen. Yesterday was an example of that. Also being a working mother its tough to find time for yourself.  Yesterday, I got so caught up in what I was doing, I hardly ate anything all day. . That doesn't happen very often, but it was a reminder of how you need to put aside time for yourself because, really, in the scheme of things – you come first!  AJ thanks for posting this, I really need it in my life and will do this for one week like you asked.  I'll do Anything to reduce my stress and anxiety without taking pills!  See you at the gym. ;)

  6. Marj says:
    July 10, 2011 at 11:25 pm

    Nice blog post. I love the work you put into your site.

  7. Russell Cheng says:
    July 11, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    Hi AJ
    Just found your blog through the Chris McCombs  interview.
    Its great to know there are some trainers in Long Island  that are focused on improving the industry standards.
    Along those lines I would like to enquire if you offer any professional placement or work experience oppurtunities for Sport Science/Nutrition undergraduates. I am currently in my 4th year and would be very grateful if I might be able to come and see you at work.
    Thank for your time and consideration and keep up the informative posts, they are helpful regardless of whether one is overseas or in NY

  8. admin says:
    July 13, 2011 at 9:44 pm

    Thanks for the link Jonah!

     

    Lav- Cool article just read it.

     

    SARA see ya at the gym hun

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