Physiological Sigh
Calm · Beginner · 5 rounds
Double inhale + long exhale. Fastest way to calm down.
Popularized by Stanford neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman. The double inhale reinflates collapsed alveoli, maximising CO2 offload on the long exhale - the fastest known real-time stress-relief tool.
How to practice
- Inhale for 3 seconds (through the nose)
- Sip In for 1 seconds (through the nose)
- Exhale for 6 seconds (through the mouth)
Benefits
- Fastest stress relief
- Works in real-time
- Reduces cortisol
- Science-backed
When to practice
As needed - even one cycle helps. Perfect emergency calm-down.
Used in these programs
Foundation Week · Workday Reset · Birth Prep
Also used for
Breathing Exercises for Pregnancy · Postpartum Breathing Exercises · Breathing Exercises for PCOS · Breathing Exercises for Menopause and Hot Flushes