Many of us have never thought about our breathing pattern and the amount of air that goes into our bodies. You will note that breathing is very important as it is very vital when it comes to our health and our body performance. Breathing involves inhaling, an act of taking in air and exhaling, and exhaling a process of expelling air out. You will note that the amount of air that goes into our bodies is dependent on the length of our breaths. Naturally, we inhale and exhale for about two to three seconds per each breathing process. When we are able to breathe well, we increase blood circulation that is very beneficial in the body.
You will find that proper blood circulation is able to deliver oxygen and nutrients to all the cells and organs in our bodies. Therefore, a lot of research has been done to see how controlled breathing can be used to enhance our health. From the research, coherent breathing was introduced. Coherent breathing is a controlled form of breathing where adjustment is done on the time taken during inhaling and exhaling phases. It involves taking longer but slow breaths than normal. Coherent breathing is also known as deep breathing and do not involve any instructions as a person can be able to adjust the length of their breaths on their own.
One benefit of coherent breathing is that our brains are able to function properly. This is because blood is able to circulate well after taking the deep breaths. You will note it is very important for the brain to be functioning properly as it controls the nervous system of the body. This means that the brain is responsible for sending signals and instructions to the rest of the body. Also, coherent breathing is beneficial as it helps our bodies to relax. Once relaxed, one is able to fight insomnia, depression, anxiety, and stress. Also, our bodies are able to better their immune system once we practice coherent breathing. A good immune system is brought about when we are able to enjoy a relaxed sleep.
For one to be able to adjust their breathing pattern, one has to pay attention to their natural way of breathing. Here, it will be very important to count how much time you take when inhaling and exhaling. Once you understand the amount of time you take during the breathing process, you will be able to have a good start. During coherent breathing, it is very essential for one to be sited in a comfortable position. For a starter, you can start by breathing in for about five seconds and exhale for the same amount of time. Once you practice, you will be able to take longer breathes comfortably. During coherent breathing, it is very important to ensure that you breathe from your diaphragm for you to feel the results. This means that you will be required to put your hand on your stomach as a way of monitoring whether you are taking deep or shallow breaths.