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Hold your breath.
Exhale for four counts: 4 – 3 – 2 – 1,
Hold your breath again.
Repeat this sequence a few times.
Transition to the eight-count breathing to deepen the practice:
Inhale for eight counts: 8 – 7 – 6 – 5 – 4 – 3 – 2,
Hold your breath.
Exhale for eight counts: 8 – 7 – 6 – 5 – 4 – 3 – 2,
Hold your breath again.
This structured counting encourages awareness and control over your breath, further enhancing your respiratory effectiveness.
Energizing Breath Technique
Next, energize your practice with a more vigorous technique. Breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth rapidly in a sequence of ten breaths. This quick pace allows for a burst of energy and can invigorate your spirit.