Buteyko Breathing - Breathe Light, Slow & Deep | Guided Exercise for Anxiety & Brain Fog

This is a guided Buteyko breathing exercise in which we will be breathing Light, Slow and Deep (Diaphragmatic Breathing). It is also known as Breathe Light - Cadence Breathing.

This is a science backed breathing exercise, which when practiced regularly, can reduce symptoms of anxiety, brainfog, long covid and a whole host of chronic health conditions.

00:00 Intro
00:33 How it works
02:08 Guided exercise - Breathe Light, Slow and Deep

In this exercise we will be bringing together the 3 most important elements breathwork:

We breathe light: breathing softly and quietly through the nose. This subtly increase levels of CO2 in the body which actually improves oxygen delivery the brain. Ideally you feel a mild air hunger. A feeling like you aren’t getting quite enough air.

We also breathe slow: Breathing in for 5 seconds and out for 5 seconds: This stimulates the vagus nerve and activates the calming parasympathetic branch of the nervous system.

And we breath deep: Now This doesn’t mean taking big deep breaths, but rather it means breathing diaphragmatically: Focusing our awareness around the side of the lower 2 ribs as they gently move out to the side on the in breath, and then move back in again on the out breath.

The recommended posture for this exercise is lying on your back with your feet flat on the floor and your knees pointing upwards.

If you find it helpful you can place your hands at either side of the lower two ribs to help you feel the movements of the diaphragm as you breathe.

I’ll guide you with both my voice and also some bell sounds and that means you can keep your eyes closed if you wish.

Safety:

Breathwork is powerful. It can change your heart rate, your blood pressure and even the PH of your blood. Although this exercise is suitable for most people, please don’t use it if you are pregnant or have any serious health conditions without first consulting your doctor or therapist. Most importantly, listen to your body and take a break or stop if you need to. Also, please don't listen to this recording while driving or operating machinery.

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Disclaimer:

The content of this video does not constitute medical or professional advice or services. The primary purpose of this video is to educate and inform. Before making changes to your lifestyle, diet, exercise, drug or supplement routines you must first discuss the changes with your doctor. To reduce the risk of injury, never force or strain during exercises and never listen or watch this video when driving or operating machinery. If you experience pain or discomfort, stop immediately and consult your doctor. Other special cautions may apply to individuals with specific health issues, please consult your doctor if you are uncertain whether the exercises or advice is suitable for you. Any liability, loss or damage in connection with any use of this video, including but not limited to any liability, loss or damage resulting from the performance of the exercises or advice and information given here, is expressly disclaimed. This video is available for private, non-commercial use only. You may not edit, modify or redistribute this video.

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[Woopass]

Was a bad asthmatic for years. Ended up in hospital a couple of times. Did a 6 week Buteyko course and have not wheezed since or needed Ventolin. That was 20 years ago.

[rainbowflowerlove]

Its interesting how many names there are around the world for every one breath ratio. The 5.1.5 Breath is the number 1 nervous system reset method in yoga and a 5 count breath is also akin to buddhist breath work . The 5 count breath through the nose is also called the Earth Breath because it is for grounding and centering. The subtle breath opens up the breath inside of the breath, and activates spiritual centers. The cathartic body breathing opens up the primal and instinctual centers and is excellent for ridding off unused and often times misused stored energy. Its good to take into consideration one's temperament and emotional constitution to recommend which ratio and level of energy output their life-force will most resonate with.

[SoulChild]

Love this video! Thank you!! Doing it every day. 😊

[scottkidd]

Thank you, feeling clear this morning.

[peteallennh]

Wow, that was amazingly relaxing. I can’t believe the effect after such a brief duration. I love your bell timer. Thank you 🙏🏻 🕉️

[Vetterin-itt]

I love your voice. It’s sooo calming! Great!

[scottkidd]

Another great morning of clarity, thank you!

[mtbsperry]

Very nice indeed. So soothing and relaxing. Yes, bell timer was perfect.
Thank you for this gift. 🙏🏻

[littlebird]

Started feeling so calm during this breathing exercise. Thank you for sharing, Neil. 😊

[martahelena]

Wonderful! Thank you! I am going to do it every morning❤

[TempleovVenusGenetrix]

thank you for taking the time to put together this helpful breathwork videos

[hildahoward]

That's the best 🎁, and I will use it every morning.

[clairewaite]

Wonderful video! I developed severe hyperventilation after having covid and have been working with a coach to get my breath back under control. This is like having a little bit of her at home! Thank you!

[KS-vgjo]

A big thank you. I'm finding, with regular practice, it's clearing headaches. Really appreciated.
Having hands on the lower 2 ribs helps stay focused!

I respect very much the work of Dr Butheyko! I am not at all fan of hyperventilation after watching so many interviews of few followers of Dr Butheyko and reading the books from Dr Artour Rakhimov.
I wish everybody knows how powerfull the peacefull breathing is for a healing and oxygenation of the body.

[IanCorletti]

Neil, that was amazing. I actually had long covid last year and have had some reoccurring brain fog since although thankfully mostly limited impact. That was incredibly calming & relaxing. Will definitely practice again. Thanks 🙏

[sineadfarrell]

Brilliant thanks will be doing everyday.

[tinathompson]

Thank you 🙏
Very calming and relaxing

[mikaashkenazi]

This was great! So relaxing and your guidness is really personal, calming and helpfull.🌾🙌
I'd love to see more of your videos, especially about meditation before bed, thank you!❤

[JorBrouwer]

i have astma. i used to do 4-8sec breathing excersises. but then i found buteyko and came across your video. the difference between how i feel afterwards is different with my anxiety, energy, resting breathing pattern and clearness in my head, then with the 4-8 and i am thankful for that. thank you for now!!