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Coherent Breathing
Coherent breathing slows breath to about five to six per minute to align heart and breathing rhythms—often used for HRV and stress recovery.
Coherent breathing slows respiration to roughly five to six breaths per minute—about five-second inhale and five-second exhale—to synchronize heart rate and breathing rhythms. It is a common HRV biofeedback entry point and stress recovery tool.
Practice seated without forcing large tidal volumes.
Common questions
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What is the difference between coherent and box breathing?
Coherent breathing uses smooth five-five cycles without long holds; box breathing adds pauses at full and empty lungs. Both downshift stress—pick one and stay consistent.
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