It is impossible to forget the Covid-19 pandemic. This virus had engulfed so many people. The cases of this virus that damages the lungs have started increasing again. This time a new variant is making people its victims. Its cases have started increasing rapidly in India and many countries in Asia. According to the COVID-19 dashboard, till June 3, 4,026 cases of COVID-19 have been reported in India (India COVID-19 Cases June 2025). In such a situation, we must protect ourselves from COVID-19 (COVID-19 Spike Precautions) and at the same time, make our immunity and lungs strong (COVID Lung Care Tips).
Doing some breathing exercises can prove to be very beneficial to strengthen the lungs. Breathing exercises help a lot in increasing lung capacity, improving oxygen levels, and reducing stress. Let's know 5 breathing exercises to strengthen the lungs.
5 breathing Exercises to make lungs Healthy
Deep breathing
Deep breathing is the easiest but most effective lung exercise. Doing it regularly increases the working capacity of the lungs. Also, it reduces stress and anxiety, which is very beneficial for health.
How to do it?
Sit straight and place one hand on the stomach.
Take a deep breath through the nose, and let the stomach expand.
Hold it for a few seconds, then exhale slowly through the mouth.
Repeat this 5-10 times.
Bhastrika Pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama is a breathing exercise that helps improve oxygen levels, increase lung capacity, and strengthening the muscles of the lungs.
How to do it?
Sit in Padmasana.
Now inhale sharply through the nose and exhale while making a sound like a bumblebee.
After doing this 10 times, breathe normally.
Anulom-Vilom Pranayama
Anulom-Vilom helps detoxify the lungs. Apart from this, it also improves the oxygen level. Doing it in the morning also gives peace of mind.
How to do?
Sit with the spine straight.
Now close the right nostril with the right thumb, inhale from the left nostril.
Then close the left nostril with a finger and exhale from the right.
Repeat this for 5-10 minutes.
Pursed lip breathing (breathing by compressing the lips)
Pursed lip breathing improves the flow of air in the lungs and is very beneficial for COPD patients. This reduces the problem of shortness of breath.
How to do?
Sit comfortably, keep the neck and shoulders relaxed.
Breathe through the nose for two seconds.
Bring the lips and exhale slowly.
Repeat this process 5-10 times.
Diaphragmatic breathing (stomach breathing)
Diaphragmatic breathing strengthens the lungs and also reduces stress.
How to do it?
Lie on your back and bend your knees.
Place one hand on your chest and the other on your stomach.
Take a deep breath through your nose and inflate your stomach.
Exhale by pursing your lips.
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