Have you ever heard of the saying, if you don’t use it, you’ll lose it? Without practice, it’s easy to forget the proper way to do things. This can include a certain skill set, exercise, and even breathing.
In fact, a common habit many people have is poor posture. Not practicing proper posture can lead to inadequate lung function, directly impacting your other vital organs that rely on receiving enough oxygen. Sitting and standing the proper way dictates just how much air you’re able to breathe in.
According to specialists, during most daily activities, our lungs are only working at approximately 50 percent of their capacity. And, like any part of your body, your lungs thrive when they’re being used properly. They want more activity and movement!
I’m sure you’ve heard how many pollutants that are always floating in the air. This can include allergens, car exhaust, cigarettes, and dust. In order to help your lungs cleanse themselves of these nasty toxins, you need to challenge your lungs by practicing more rigorous activities to get them to work at full capacity (1).
Today I want to teach you three breathing exercises for beginners that you can do for your lungs so you can not only keep them strong and healthy but also:
- Improve your mental clarity
- Fall asleep quickly and sleep more soundly
- Calm yourself in stressful situations
I encourage you to begin practicing these breathing techniques regularly and make them part of your daily routine. By doing so, you’ll soon be using more of your lung capacity naturally and you won’t even realize it!