During the stress response, you breathe faster in an effort to quickly distribute oxygen-rich blood to your body. If you already have a breathing problem like asthma or emphysema , str...

It slows down your breathing, making it easier for the lungs to function and improves the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide:

• Inhale slowly through your nostrils.
• Purse your lips, as if pouting or about to blow on something.
• Breathe out as slowly...

More oxygen equals more energy.

The Wim Hof breathing method:

For 10–30 seconds, inhale and exhale intensily and deeply without any pauses in between the breaths. It’s important to breathe through your belly instead of through your chest.

By following t...