How to Boost Energy with Breathing
A short guided breathing exercise to boost energy and sharpen focus. Dynamic pace with upbeat voice and vibrant visuals.
Feeling the mid-afternoon slump? Before you reach for that second (or third) coffee, try powering up with oxygen. Your brain consumes 20% of your body's oxygen—feeding it fresh air is like plugging it into a charger.
How to Do Power-Up Breathing
This technique is faster and more active than relaxation breathing.
- Sit up straight: Posture matters for maximum airflow.
- Double Inhale: Take two short, sharp inhales through the nose (sniff-sniff).
- Exhale: One long, passive exhale through the mouth.
- Rhythm: Keep a steady, upbeat pace. In-in-out. In-in-out.
Note: This is one variation. The Brizzy app uses a specific guided rhythm to maximize alertness.
Practice Power-Up Breathing
You can practice this technique right now with our guided visual and audio session designed to boost energy.
Benefits
- Increased Alertness: Wakes up the brain immediately.
- Physical Vitality: Gets blood pumping and oxygen flowing to muscles.
- Mood Lift: Faster breathing can trigger the release of endorphins.
When to Use It
- The 3 PM Slump: When your eyes start closing at your desk.
- Pre-Workout: To prime your lungs and heart for exercise.
- Before Brainstorming: To get creative juices flowing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this make me hyperventilate? It shouldn't, if done for short periods (1-3 minutes). If you feel lightheaded, stop and return to normal breathing.
Is it okay to do this after eating? It's better to wait a bit after a heavy meal. Deep, active belly breathing with a full stomach can be uncomfortable.
Can I do this sitting down? Yes, sitting is perfect. You can even do it standing up to engage your body more.