Breathing techniques and therapies are like workouts for our lungs. They help keep them strong and working efficiently. By practicing these techniques, you can increase your lung capacity, strengthen your respiratory muscles, and improve how effectively your lungs function. Whether you’re dealing with respiratory issues or simply want to maintain optimal lung health, incorporating these techniques into your daily routine can make a big difference.

Here are a few you might find helpful, and making some of them a habit is highly recommended!

Diaphragmatic ‘Belly’ Breathing

This is a great technique for improving your lung capacity and making them big and strong. If you suffer from COPD – chronic obstructive pulmonary disease – you may find this helps you breathe much easier. Here’s how to do diaphragmatic breathing, or belly breathing. Continue reading →

Did you know that stress can really mess with your lung health? When you’re stressed, your body releases hormones that can make you breathe faster and shallowly. This means your lungs aren’t getting enough air. If you already have a lung condition, stress can make it even worse. For example, stress can cause a serious asthma attack.

On the flip side, if you are already having to deal with a lung problem, this in itself could be causing you stress and anxiety. That’s why managing stress and learning relaxation techniques are so important for your lung health.

Here are some easy ways to reduce stress and improve your lungs at the same time: Continue reading →