The scientific evidence would seem to agree. Like the current fashion for mindfulness, breathwork has been inspired by the teachings of ancient texts – most notably Hindu and Vedic scriptures, which have long extolled the importance of breath control through practices like pranayama yoga.
Intriguingly, scientists are finding that a particular frequency of breath – at around six exhalations a minute – can be especially restorative, triggering a “relaxation response” in the brain and body.īesides inspiring life coaches and fitness gurus, breathwork has also started to draw the attention of major corporations – who hope that the practice could help staff to focus their minds and to cope with the daily stresses of their job. Recent scientific research has shown that while quick, shallow and unfocused breathing may contribute to a host of problems, including anxiety, depression and high blood pressure, cultivating greater control over our lungs can bring many benefits to our mental and physical health.
0 kommentar(er)
