BBC News · WorldNews · 2026-08-29
Box breathing is one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress
Box breathing is one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress. It consists of inhaling for four seconds, holding your breath for 4 seconds, exhaling and then holding for another four seconds before inhaling again and restarting the cycle. The US Navy Seals are box breathers. They use it before going into a hostile situation. We spoke to experts about how the breathing technique used by soldiers and influencers works.
Why it matters. Why it matters: Box breathing is one of the 'most powerful hacks' to control stress.
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