Straw Breathwork with Behaviour coach, Rae Willingham

Straw breathwork with Behaviour coach, Rae

Straw breath is a popular relaxation breathing technique.

The technique involves a nasal inhalation and an elongated exhale through pursed lips, which lengthens the exhale dramatically.

This extended out-breath activates the parasympathetic nervous system, allowing the body to effectively enter the rest and digest portion of our nervous system. The full emptying of the lungs allows for great carbon dioxide release and subsequently effective oxygen intake.

The breath also works wonders in activating the muscles of the diaphragm, which can lead to stronger muscles and more effective use of them.

Practicing this technique as often as possible will help to train the body to move to diaphragmatic breathing as its default, which brings about a myriad of health benefits including lowered heart rate and a greater ability to meet life’s challenges.

Find Rae's coaching video on the Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing on the App under "coaching."

All breath work tutorials, tapping and meditation videos on the App under the fitness menu and then select "tapping and meditation" filter.