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Life is an overwhelming thing sometimes. We don't know if Mittens is going to make it back home after she snuck out last night.
Now we are concerned that the poor little beast was eaten by a much more carnivorous well adapted animal. Or maybe she was caught by animal control and is going to be sold on the black market to some skuzzy oriental restaurant where she will then be served to you on a platter without your knowing.
These are the worst possible scenarios we can come up with, but for some reason as people this is what we do. Something is a little off and so we immediately jump to the conclusion that the sky is falling.
Assuming terrible things never helped anyone, at least I don't think. So how do we clear our minds and relax even though we are concerned our lazy, lethargic and otherwise incapable cat may never return?
With breathing exercise. Nine times out of ten a cat is going come back so it is best not to get your undies in a bunch-hey is that where the expression nine lives came from.
Sit down and start doing breathing and before you know it you will hear the clawing's of a terrified cat wanting to escape the dangers of the outside. This is when you open the door or window and happily reunite with your lonely cat, who missed you very much.
The first routine to do before your cat makes it back is the stimulating breath. Breathe in and out through your nose rapidly, keeping your mouth closed but relaxed.
This exercise should increase energy and vitality. When starting out only do it for 15 seconds, each time afterward you can add another 5 seconds.
However, it is recommend that you don't ever exceed rapid breathing for more than one full minute. After we are warmed up and ready to go it is time for a deep relaxation exercise.
This is called the 4-7-8 routine. This routine is composed of four eight second breaths.
The seven is part of the eight seconds. Quietly inhale through your nostrils and hold your breath for 7 seconds.
Now blow the air through your mouth for one second and repeat four times. You can do this exercise virtually anywhere, and is great way to get some quick relaxation.
Breath counting is my favorite and it is the hardest too. lay on your back breath in deep through your nose.
Now as you exhale count to one. Repeat but the second time count to two and then the third time count to three and so on and so forth.
See how long you can make your exhale last. This is a great way to slow the heart rate and enter deep relaxation. Destry Masterson is a health, fitness and nutrition expert. She has written articles about exercise and recommends http://www.proform.com for information about exercise equipment.
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