Bobbi Conner talks with MUSC's Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian about research exploring the benefits of yogic breathing exercises.

In an age where stress has become a constant companion, military forces have perfected a remarkably effective technique for maintaining composure under pressure. Box breathing, also known as ...

“Physiological coherence is when your heart, breathing, and nervous system work in a smooth, balanced and coordinated way.

High blood pressure can be managed through specific breathing exercises that lower stress and improve blood flow. Incorporating these breathing exercises into your daily routine can be a powerful ...

Breathing exercises to lower blood pressure can help people living with hypertension (high blood pressure). High blood pressure is a common serious condition that increases the risk of stroke ...

When that happens, stop and use these techniques to reset and get your breathing back under control. When you feel like you can't catch your breath, it's natural to tense your shoulders.

The healing power of the breath has been known for thousands of years and therapies involving breathing techniques are enjoying a renaissance, according to modern-day practitioners. Ancient ...

Medically reviewed by Raynetta Samuels, PT, DPT, CLTBreathing exercises can temporarily lower your blood pressure and heart rate by activating the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve is part of the ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Dr. Belisa Vranich, psychologist and author of "Breathe," explains a breathing technique that will calm you down, even in the most stressful of situations — like ...

And there may be a lack of research dollars available for studies of a niche breathing technique that has only anecdotal data associated with its experiences—and wildly varying experiences at that.

Breathing exercises may also help. If you breathe effectively, your breath will be smooth, steady, and controlled. You should feel relaxed and get enough air without straining. Breathing exercises ...