00:00Hello and welcome back to Mobile Physiotherapy, your trusted source for physiotherapy tips and
00:05home-based exercises. In today's video, we'll be learning a simple yet powerful technique called
00:11pursed lip breathing, a must-know exercise for anyone dealing with shortness of breath,
00:15asthma, COPD, or anxiety. Pursed lip breathing is a breathing technique that helps improve the
00:21way air moves in and out of your lungs. It slows your breathing rate, keeps your airways open
00:26longer, and helps you gain more control over your breath. How to do pursed lip breathing? Here's
00:31how to do it. Step 1. Sit comfortably with your back straight and shoulders relaxed. Step 2. Inhale
00:37slowly through your nose for about 2 seconds, just like you're smelling something pleasant. Step 3.
00:44Purse your lips, as if you're going to whistle. Step 4. Exhale slowly and gently through your pursed lips
00:49for about 4 seconds. Imagine you're blowing out a candle without making the flame flicker.
00:54Benefits of pursed lip breathing. Purse lip breathing may look simple, but it has proven
01:00health benefits, especially for people with respiratory conditions. Let's break them down,
01:05improves oxygen exchange. It helps more oxygen reach your lungs and bloodstream, making breathing
01:10more efficient, keeps airways open longer. Exhaling slowly through pursed lips prevents your airways from
01:16collapsing too quickly, especially important for people with COPD. Reduces shortness of breath.
01:22It slows down your breathing rate and helps you feel less panicked when you're breathless.
01:27Promotes relaxation, used regularly. It can calm your nervous system, perfect for stress, anxiety,
01:33or even after a workout. Helps during physical activity. Doing this while walking or climbing
01:38stairs helps you breathe more steadily and conserve energy. When to use pursed lip breathing. You can use
01:45this technique during physical activity. When feeling anxious. When experiencing shortness
01:50of breath. As a daily practice to improve your breathing efficiency. Quick recap. Inhale through
01:56your nose. 2 seconds. Purse your lips. Exhale through pursed lips. 4 seconds. Repeat for 5 to 10 rounds.
02:032 to 3 times a day. Purse lip breathing is a small exercise that can make a big difference in your lung
02:08health and quality of life. Start slow, practice daily, and let your breath guide you to better
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02:20you can do at home.
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