Pursed-Lip Breathing
Ready to begin?
Find a comfortable position
- Relax your neck and shoulders.
- Inhale for 2 seconds through your nose.
- Exhale for 4 seconds as if blowing a candle.
- Repeat 6 cycles.
Pursed-Lip Breathing: Improve Your Lung Health
Pursed-lip breathing is a simple technique that can help you to control your breathing, reduce shortness of breath, and improve your lung health. It's often recommended for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), but it can be beneficial for anyone.
How it works:
This technique involves inhaling through your nose and exhaling slowly through pursed lips. This creates a back pressure in your airways, which helps to keep them open and makes it easier to breathe.
Benefits:
- Reduces shortness of breath
- Improves lung function
- Promotes relaxation
- Helps to clear mucus from the lungs
How to practice:
- Sit in a comfortable position.
- Inhale slowly through your nose for a count of 2.
- Pucker your lips as if you're going to whistle.
- Exhale slowly and gently through your pursed lips for a count of 4.
- Repeat for 5-10 minutes.