Pranayama or Slow Breathing or Biofeedback – to increase focus, reduce anxiety and enhance peak performance
Yoga or Tai Chi or for that matter, many ancient techniques involve slow and systematic breathing processes. What is the science behind slow breathing (also known as coherent breathing or to some extent Pranayama or Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback-HRB Biofeedback)? Let’s review the scientific evidence: A growing number of studies show that breathing techniques are effective against anxiety and insomnia[1]. These techniques influence both physiological factors(by stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system) and psychological factors (by diverting attention from thoughts). Enhanced coherence (or heart rate variability) is linked to better quality of life and emotional wellbeing. Heart Rate Variability Biofeedback practice, when



