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4-7-8 breathing

In for 4, hold for 7, out for 8. A long exhale to slow everything down.

Not in the program packet

Practice now · 1 min

How

Breathe in through your nose for 4, hold for 7, breathe out through your mouth for 8. Four rounds is plenty to start.

If you feel light-headed, stop and breathe normally.