Cardiac Coherence / Heart Coherence
Regularly practising cardiac coherence helps to produce more dopamine and serotonin (pleasure and anxiety reducing hormones) to reduce the risk of ... Cardiac coherence, what is it?
Deep and slow breathing (DSB)
Deep and slow breathing (DSB) appears to reduce anxiety and increase vagal outflow (which are negatively correlated) in both young and older adults. DSB may have a greater effect on parasympathetic activity in older adults. Have you found these times particularly difficult?
Diaphragmatic breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing, or 'belly breathing', involves the diaphragm, intercostal muscles, abdominal muscles and pelvic floor muscles. This means actively pulling the diaphragm down with each inhalation. In this way, diaphragmatic breathing helps the lungs fill more efficiently. What is abdominal breathing?
The Five Tibetan Rites is a modified yoga sequence designed to help you feel revitalised, energised and increase your vitality. The Tibetan Five is a sequence of five yoga exercises that originated in monasteries far away in the Himalayas and was popularised in the West a few years ago by Peter Kelder, author of the book The Tibetan Five: Secrets of Youth and Vitality.
Jacquier's air bowl
The Jacquier Air Bowl is a device that allows us to better absorb the oxygen we normally breathe. It improves the quality of your sleep and reduces irritability. The Jacquier Air Bowl is a breathing technique in harmony with nature that optimises oxygenation of the body without the risk of oxidative stress or hyper-oxygenation, as it does not contain oxygen.
Pranayama
The goal of pranayama is to strengthen the connection between your body and mind. Research shows that pranayama can promote relaxation and mindfulness. It's also been shown to support many aspects of physical health, including lung function, blood pressure and brain function. Key principles and benefits