 .Increased oxygen decreases stress, improves mood, focus, athletic performance and other positive things. However, the average adult breathes shallowly through their chest rather than using their diaphragm (the muscle responsible for breathing). Shallow chest breathing causes a continual state of low-grade stress since it provides less oxygen, can overburden the heart, and strains the neck and shoulder muscles.. To practice diaphragmatic (aka "belly") breathing, place one hand on your belly and the other on your chest while you breathe. You should feel your belly push your hand away while your chest should not rise. In addition, breathing through your nose rather than your mouth and using good posture-- sitting and and standing-up straight-- are important. Keep practicing techniques, and enjoy the wellness rewards!
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