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Physiological sigh
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In a protocol
Use the physiological sigh (two inhales through the nose, long exhale through the mouth) between sets to rapidly calm the nervous system and conserve energy.
“two inhales through the nose... long, full exhale through the mouth
HL▶ 1:30:40DosageTwo nasal inhales then long mouth exhaleCertaintyexplicitstrong endorsement -
In a protocol
Double inhale through nose followed by long exhale; useful between sets or after training to engage parasympathetic system or maintain focus.
“double inhale, exhale in between sets
HL▶ 1:29:00Dosage10 sighs post-training or a few between setsCertaintyexplicitrecommendation -
In a protocol Alternative
Double or triple inhale through nose followed by long exhale to rapidly downregulate stress.
“inhale through your nose, hold, inhale again, hold
TR▶ 1:54:00DosageInhale, hold, inhale again, hold, inhale again, exhale; repeat 3-4 timesCertaintyexplicitrecommendation