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fromYoga Journal
6 days ago

6 Twisting Yoga Poses That Stretch and Strengthen Without Straining

Perhaps everyone else in class is twisting while you're skipping it, avoiding eye contact with the teacher, and thinking, "My rib cage does not move that way." You're not alone. Twisting poses, by definition, rotate the spine, which can make it feel like your midsection is being squeezed waaay too tight. That makes it trickier to take a deep breath because of the pressure twisting places on the abdomen. The result? A not-so-calming stretch you'd rather avoid than attempt.
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fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Breathing for Stress Relief

Controlled breathing—deep inhalation with long exhalation—shifts autonomic balance, lowers cortisol, reduces inflammation, and enhances immune and gut health.
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fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

3 Proven Habits That Boost Happiness Fast

Breathing techniques, gratitude focus, and nature connection rapidly and effectively calm the nervous system and boost mood and resilience.
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fromBustle
2 months ago

This App Helped Me Actually Stick To A Breathwork Routine

A simple guided breathing app delivers five-minute audio-led sessions that reduce stress through paced inhales and exhales with a minimal, easy-to-use interface.
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fromYoga Journal
3 months ago

10 Stretches to Wake Up Your Upper Back

Keeping the thoracic spine open reduces upper-back tension, improves breathing, supports neck and shoulder alignment, and positively affects mood and energy.
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