The 5 Do’s and Don’ts of Breathwork practice you need to know

The 5 Do’s and Don’ts of Breathwork practice you need to know

Breathing is the most natural thing we do, yet most of us rarely do it well. Whether you're aiming for better focus, reduced stress, or improved performance, here are 5 Do's ad Don'ts of breathwork practice which are important.

1. Eliminate Distractions to Breathe Better

Do:

• Find a clean, quiet space when practicing breathing.

• Tune into your body sort through distractions and let go of tension.

Don’t:

• Don’t try to practice breathwork while multitasking or in chaotic environments.

2. Set in Order: Structure Your Breathing Practice

Do:

• Create a simple routine

• Use apps or timers if needed to support consistency.

• Set aside regular times to reconnect with your breath.

Don’t:

• Don’t leave your breathing practice to chance or “when you remember.”

• Don’t jump between random techniques without understanding them.

3. Nasal Breathing

Do:

• Breathe through your nose as much as possible, it filters, humidifies, and warms air and helps Nitrous oxide production.

Don’t:

• Mouth breathe if possible

4. Shallow Breathing

Do

• Breathe gently and deep, using your diaphragm (belly breathing).

Don’t:

• Breathe shallow only using your chest

5. Commit to Long Term Breath Mastery

Do:

• Check in with your breath daily, even if only for 60 seconds.

• Reflect on how your breath affects your mood, energy, and clarity.

• Evolve your practice over time.

Don’t:

• Don’t treat breathing exercises as a one time fix.

• Don’t give up if results aren’t instant, like any habit, it takes time.

Final Thoughts

Your breath is a built in wellness tool and when you practice breathwork, you can unlock a powerful foundation for health, clarity, and calm. Treat it like any system worth optimising, with care, intention, and consistency.

Start simple. Stay steady. And just breathe.

Samuel Chidwick