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Andrew Huberman

03/08/21

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To speed up your heart rate, inhale longer and more vigorously than you exhale; conversely, to slow your heart rate, make your exhales longer and more vigorous than your inhales.

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Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety

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Tools for Managing Stress & Anxiety

03/08/21

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Andrew Huberman

06/05/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Emphasizing longer exhales during breathing can promote calmness by slowing the heart rate, while longer inhales can increase alertness by speeding it up.

Andrew Huberman

03/08/21

@ Andrew Huberman

When you inhale, your diaphragm moves down, expanding your lungs and allowing your heart to fill more, which can slow blood flow and trigger a response to speed up your heart rate.

Andrew Huberman

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Breathing techniques, particularly controlling inhalation and exhalation, can influence heart rate and overall physiological state, allowing for better regulation of stress and emotional responses.

Andrew Huberman

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Double inhales followed by an extended exhale are the fastest way to bring the mind and body into a more relaxed state.

Andrew Huberman

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@ Andrew Huberman

Breathing techniques, such as the Wim Hof method, involve rapid deliberate breathing that can trigger adrenaline release, enhancing your body's ability to combat stressors.

Andrew Huberman

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The physiological sigh, which involves a double inhale followed by a long exhale, is a powerful tool for quickly calming the body and reducing stress.

Dr. Melissa Ilardo

05/26/25

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The heart rate of divers slows significantly during dives, with some individuals experiencing drops of over 40 beats per minute in under 15 seconds, indicating a remarkable training adaptation.

Andrew Huberman

05/01/25

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Research shows that inhaling increases alertness in the brain, making it easier to focus and learn, while exhaling can lead to a dip in arousal and learning ability.

Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Breath control is essential for managing stress; focusing on long exhales can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting calmness and relaxation.