Breathing Challenge Week Four is the final week of the challenge focuses on how inefficient breathing can contribute to lack of energy and low motivation.

If you are new to the challenge here is a recap of the first three weeks. In Breathing Challenge Week One the focus was on explaining the challenge and laying out the foundational exercises.  Breathing Challenge Week Two focused on posture. Breathing Challenge Week Three focused on cramping.

The first exercise this week is a combination of two previous exercises, the Thoracic Glide and the Fascial Opener #2. In this variation you perform Fascial Opener #2 and while holding the overhead position add the Thoracic Glide.

The second exercise this week is bag breathing. Perform Bag Breathing for up to two minutes. It is alright to start with a paper bag, but the bag is porous, so a plastic or waxed bag will work much better.

The third exercise this week is the Walking Exhale. Just inhale for two breaths, then take a long exhale over several breaths.

Remember, at the end of this week re-test your controlled pause and your heart rate. See how you have changed over the last 30 days. Let us know how you did and ask any remaining questions.

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