Diaphragmatic Breathing

Belly breathing

The pattern

Inhale 4 · Exhale 6. Repeat for about 8 rounds.

Why it helps

Breathing from the diaphragm rather than the chest is the foundation most other techniques build on, and lowers baseline tension on its own.

How to do it

One hand on the belly, one on the chest. Inhale so the belly rises while the chest stays still, then exhale slowly as the belly falls.

Good for

• Learning the basics
• Lowering baseline tension
• Warm-up for other techniques

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General information, not medical advice. If you have a health condition or pain, talk to a doctor or qualified teacher first.