7 Days to Functional Breathing
Day 2 / 7
Measure Your Breathing with the BOLT
A comfortable breath hold that gives you a simple number to track as your breathing changes.
Today's practice
Take your BOLT tomorrow morning, soon after you wake. Breathe out normally through your nose, pinch your nose and start a timer. Stop at the first clear urge to breathe, and write the number down.
Key points
- BOLT measures how quickly you feel the first clear urge to breathe during a comfortable breath hold.
- Your score is influenced by your body chemistry, your breathing pattern and how you respond to the sensation.
- It isn't a test of how long you can hold your breath. Your breathing should feel calm when you start again.
Safety note: If you have a medical condition or are pregnant, check with your doctor before doing breath holds.
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