Interval Breath Training Instructions
Breath Training Intervals Video: https://vimeo.com/1104268782/f39afbdcf0
Interval Breath Trining practice 4 to 7 seconds: https://vimeo.com/1104537559/c5a28056db
by Teja Bell
Purpose
Interval breath training is designed to:
- Settle and calm your nervous system
- Center emotions
- Enhance health, vitality, and longevity
- Improve breathing physiology and anatomy
- Promote mental clarity, focus, and attention
- Expand your quality of concentration
- Support immune and autonomic nervous system function
- Provide conscious rest for the mind and body
How to Practice
- Begin with the 4 or 5-second interval pattern (use the audio guide).
- Practice once or twice daily for one week, prioritizing consistency.
- Record short notes on your experience in a practice journal.
- Never strain—if you feel tension or discomfort, stop and rest.
Resume when comfortable.
- After one week, progress to the next interval (e.g., 5 or 6 seconds),
following the same approach.
- Optional: Once you are comfortable, combine intervals
(e.g., 5 into 6 seconds, 6 into 7) or link 3–4 segments together for continuous practice.
- Always finish by returning to your natural breath.
- Continue up to the 9-second interval.
Before going beyond this, check-in by email:
(QigongDharma@gmail.com) for further guidance.
Key Principles
- Move slowly and systematically—steady progress is best.
- Shorter intervals are just as valuable; they cultivate different aspects of breath.
- The goal is naturally integrated, mindful breathing that enriches all areas of life.
- Enjoy the practice and let it support your wellbeing.
May this practice bring ease and vitality