7 Blessings of Belly Breathing
Jul 24, 2023Abdominal breathing is sometimes called diaphragmatic breathing, but why do you need to care about doing it? Feeling calm, energised and having great digestion are good reasons to start! Discover the 7 main benefits of this practice and how to do it, anytime and anywhere!
Watch the practice here
As a child singer, my breath was full and strong from training with great posture to create a beautiful sound. Singing requires the abdomen to move so that the lungs can be filled to the bottom of the lobes with air for a beautiful, strong and consistent exhale of sound. There is a deep core strength required in singing to control the out-breath. This is the transverse abdominus which is like a corset around your waist and supports good posture.
Benefits of this practice include:
- Aids digestion and eases irritable bowls
- Massages the heart, liver, spleen and pancreas for improved digestion and nutrient absorption
- Activates restorative system in the body for the repair of skin, nails, hair and healthy growth of body cells
- Improves the vagus nerve tone that controls the brain-gut connection for wiser choices and decision-making in life
- Increases the muscle tone of the abdominal muscles for better posture and core strength to care for the back
- Increases resting muscle tonal quality of relaxation and vitality
- Calms the emotions and thoughts
How to do the practice
- This can be done in any posture, but the straighter your spine the better.
- Breathe in and out through your nose.
- Close your eyes or soften your focus towards the floor so that you can become more aware of your inner feelings and sensations.
- Use a hand to help you connect if you want by placing it on your abdomen.
- Notice your breath moving your abdomen. This can be small and subtle with no need to strain or make it big. Keep your body relaxed and soft.
- Keep your awareness on the sensations of your breath moving your abdomen. It may change over time and that is natural.
- Set a timer for 2-5 minutes as you get used to the practice.
How did you find it?
If you like discovering breathing practices and how they can support you, then The Power of Your Breath course is for you!
Join here
Listen to Nid's Nidra on:
BE THE FIRST TO KNOW
Receive each new blog post direct to your inbox when they are released!
Nid sends updates once per month per sub-brand. To learn more about how Nid handles your privacy check out the Privacy Policy below.
