How To Breathe Properly | Posture Therapist Explains Why Belly breathing Is NOT The Best Technique

In yoga, pilates and many other sports, you learn that breathing from the belly is the best way to relax. Based on a biomechanical analysis used in posture therapy, I will show you that this isn't correct when you stand or sit, and why. Clearly, breathing too high will overuse your neck muscles (esp. scalene muscles) but a debate remains on belly vs thoracic breath. To stabilize your back (lumbar spine and thoracic spine), you need to ensure sufficient and stable pressure in the abdominal cavity. This is done through pelvic tilt, which mobilizes the lower transverse abs. As a result, you cannot let your belly in and out, so you're left with no other choice than to use your thoracic cage. This breathing technique from the sides will help you keep a tonic posture that will maximize your lungs capacity. This is especially important for people with asthma, COPD, pneumonia and other respiratory conditions. To learn pelvic tilt / pelvis retroversion, check out this video: https