I will never forget the first time I went out for a run with a mask on. I made it less than a mile before I was out of breath and I had to turn around to walk home. It was clear that my lung capacity ...

While there is no general consensus on this, the Ohio State University estimates the safe limit for holding your breath at 1 ...

Breathing exercises may sound simple, but are powerful tools for improving both your physical and mental well-being. Research shows that these techniques can reduce stress, improve lung capacity, and ...

Lung capacity improvement has proven to enhance stamina and athletic performance. Intermountain Health exercise specialist Jeffrey Beck says it can also increase the quality of life for those who ...

Breathing is a crucial biological function essential for survival and various bodily processes. It occurs involuntarily, ...

Essential tips to protect your lungs and maintain respiratory health 7 Important things to keep in mind to protect your lungs Deep breathing exercises increase lung capacity and improve oxygen ...

Smog season tests the lungs every single day. Fine particles hang in the air and quietly irritate airways. Many people focus ...

‘At least I didn’t faint or vomit’ … Daoust tests his V02 max at Sheffield Hallam University’s Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre.Photograph: Gary Calton/The Guardian Lungs are amazing. There they sit ...

Yoga and breathing control practices, in combination with aerobic training, are particularly key exercises for asthmatic people seeking to improve their lung function, a new peer-reviewed study ...

One of the most calming breathing techniques, Anuloma Viloma involves breathing alternately through each nostril. This ...

Trekking is an aerobic activity that increases heart rate and breathing rate, which can improve lung capacity over time. The ...