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Box Breathing for Recovery

Meaning

Box Breathing for Recovery is a specific, clinically applied technique of controlled, rhythmic respiration characterized by four equal phases: inhalation, breath-hold, exhalation, and a second breath-hold, often counted to four seconds each. This protocol is utilized as a deliberate strategy to modulate the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and promote physiological recovery. Within the context of hormonal health, its primary objective is to rapidly shift the body from a state of sympathetic dominance, often associated with elevated cortisol, to a state of parasympathetic activation. Regular practice can enhance resilience to stress and improve sleep quality.