Beginner Pranayama - Breathing Exercise | 15 Second Gently Increasing Breath Holds | Credit: Wim Hof

Increase productivity, performance, and overall well-being while relaxing deeply into this powerful breathing exercise - popularized by Wim Hof “The Ice Man.“ This video introduces you to the breathing technique with a gentle pace for beginners. You’ll be taking 35 Deep Circular Breaths, followed by an Extended Breath Hold. The Breath Hold gradually increases by 15 seconds each round. Round 1- Breath Hold ⏱ 45 Seconds Round 2 - Breath Hold ⏱ 1 Minute Round 3 - Breath Hold ⏱ 1 Minute 15 Seconds Round 4 - Breath Hold ⏱ 1 Minute 30 Seconds Round 5 - Breath Hold ⏱ 1 Minute 45 Seconds Round 5 - Breath Hold ⏱ 2 Minutes !!! THE BREATH HOLD TIMES ARE MEANT ONLY AS A GUIDE - IF YOU FEEL THE URGE TO BREATHE BEFORE THE DESIGNATED TIME - YOU SHOULD GO AHEAD AND TAKE A BREATH !!! You can also pause the video and extend the Breath Hold, if you are comfortable. With practice, your breath retenti