How to... Practice deep breathing

November 21, 2008 By Alison Johnson

Deep breathing is a great way for many people to relax, therapists say.



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  • weewilly - Nov 21, 2008
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    Martial Artists practice this and it indeed can be a physical relaxant and stress reliver. It certaily could not hurt to practice it and properly.

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