Longevity Minded - Huberman Breathing Protocols
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Huberman Breathing ProtocolsThe things we do most often are often the most overlooked. But overlooked, high frequency activities can offer the most significant gains if we approach them more intentionally. Breathing falls into that category. We breathe every second of every day but we do so mindlessly. Deliberate breathing is a powerful tool that can be used to enhance your overall health and control and improve your brain-body state. Step 1: Understand Optimal BreathingBreathing Properly At RestMost people overbreathe, averaging 15-18 breaths per minute. Overbreathing causes excessive exhalation which reduces carbon dioxide (hypocapnia) and decreases oxygen delivery to the brain and other tissues. Insufficient supply of oxygen to the brain leaves you more susceptible to anxiety and disrupted focus. A healthy at-rest breathing pattern should consist of ~12 shallow-to-moderate breaths per minute. When you’re not engaging in exercise, do this to reduce overbreathing: Keep reading with a 7-day free trialSubscribe to Longevity Minded to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives. A subscription gets you:
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