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abdomen during breathing allows circulation to improve and

studies state that breathing helps strengthen muscles.

Proper oxygen supply also helps reduce the burden on the heart.

When you breathe properly you make your lungs efficient. The

lungs start receiving more oxygen which benefits the heart. This

reduces pressure on the heart to deliver oxygen to the tissues.

On its benefits for the mind, proper breathing helps reduce tension,

relaxes the mind and can even elevate your mood.

You know that when you’re in a state of anger, your body tightens

and tenses and your breathing becomes shallow. As this happens,

the supply of oxygen to the body diminishes. But learning to

breathe correctly allows the oxygen to properly reach all parts of

the body.

Likewise, breathing properly has even been connected to reducing

the formation of clots. When you breathe purposefully, you allow

tightened spots to soften. When this happens you are able to bring

clarity as the body is relaxed.

You are also aware that when the mind is at ease you feel less

emotional. With a content state of mind, there is a sense of strength

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