{"id":12498,"date":"2022-03-06T18:36:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-06T13:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=12498"},"modified":"2026-04-01T08:21:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T08:21:41","slug":"6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Simple Exercises to Improve Your Lung Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><head><meta http-equiv=\"Content-Type\" content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\">\n<\/head><body><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dae1ac76b7d\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dae1ac76b7d\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#How_We_Breathe\" >How We Breathe<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#Exercises_to_Improve_Your_Lung_Health\" >Exercises to Improve Your Lung Health<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#1_Pursed-lip_Breathing\" >1. Pursed-lip Breathing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#2_Diaphragmatic_Breathing_or_Belly_Breathing\" >2. Diaphragmatic Breathing or Belly Breathing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#3_Rib_Stretch\" >3. Rib Stretch<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#4_Yawn_to_Smile\" >4. Yawn to Smile<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#5_Humming_and_Singing\" >5. Humming and Singing<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#6_Simhasan%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8Ba%E2%80%8B_or_Lion_Pose\" >6. Simhasan\u200b\u200ba\u200b or Lion Pose<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#Other_Benefits_of_Breathing_Exercises\" >Other Benefits of Breathing Exercises<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/6-simple-exercises-to-improve-your-lung-health\/#References\" >References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n    <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/channel-health-talk\"\n       class=\"pe-healthtalk-banner\"\n       style=\"position:relative; display:block; margin:10px; border-radius:10px; border-bottom:2px solid #117B77; overflow:hidden;\">\n        <span aria-hidden=\"true\" style=\"position:absolute; left:0; bottom:0; width:2px; height:50%; background:#10847e;\"><\/span>\n        <img alt=\"Join Health Talk by PharmEasy on WhatsApp\"\n             src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/PEhealthtalk-1.png\"\n             style=\"width:100%; display:block; border-radius:10px;\">\n    <\/a>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When we are born, the very first thing we do is breathe! Breathing, comprising of inspiration (inhale) and expiration (exhale), feeds oxygen to every cell in the body and expels out waste carbon dioxide. And it is your lungs that are mainly responsible for this exchange of air, crucial for life. However, despite being a crucial body part, we don\u2019t really work on keeping our lungs healthy unless we experience breathing problems.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p> As we age, the amount of air our lungs can hold, known as the lung capacity, decreases. Smoking, pollution, and other health problems such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) can also affect this and lead to breathing difficulties. Thus, it\u2019s important to take care of your lungs from the beginning to help them function well.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this blog, we will discuss some basic exercises that you can incorporate in your daily routine to improve your lung health.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_We_Breathe\"><\/span><strong>How We Breathe<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we move onto the exercises, let\u2019s look at the mechanics of breathing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The diaphragm is a group of muscles attached to the bottom of your lungs and is the main apparatus that controls breathing. When it contracts (along with other muscles in your lungs and ribs), it moves down and creates space for fresh air(oxygen) to enter the lungs through the airways. Air exchange takes place within the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs. As the diaphragm relaxes, it forces the used air (carbon dioxide) to be expelled out from lungs. Then this fresh air circulates through the body<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/lungs\/breathing-benefits\"><sup>1<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diaphragmatic breathing is supposed to be primary way of breathing, but many of us develop a habit of using neck and back muscles, which can limit the amount of air that enters and leaves our lungs.\u00a0<\/p><div id=\"sfa_container_12498\" class=\"sfa_container\" style=\"display:none\"><div class=\"sfa_overlay\"><\/div><button id=\"sfa_btn_12498\" class=\"sfa_btn\">Show Full Article<\/button><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exercises_to_Improve_Your_Lung_Health\"><\/span><strong>Exercises to Improve Your Lung Health<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though a person\u200b is\u200b\u200b \u200bunable to control the amount of oxygen their lung can hold, lung exercises provide ways to help your lungs become more \u200b\u200b\u200b \u200befficient at \u200bmanaging airflow and oxygen levels. Here\u2019s how these can benefit your lungs<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7864742\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>2<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4932035\/\"><sup>3<\/sup><\/a>:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Daily breathing exercises can improve your overall lung capacity and diaphragm strength in the long term\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve your breathing abilities so that you can cope with intensive workout routines later\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve lung elasticity which can be essential for those with asthma, COPD and other lung issues\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now let\u2019s have a look at some basic exercises that can help improve your lung health along with its functional capacity.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Pursed-lip_Breathing\"><\/span><strong>1. Pursed-lip Breathing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-375x250.webp\" alt=\"deep breathing\" class=\"wp-image-211061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/blog-images-1.pharmeasy.in\/blog\/production\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/11092106\/lip-breathing-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pursed-lip breathing exercise is easy and can be done anywhere at any time. Steps to follow \u200b\u200bfor \u200bpursed-lip breathing:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sit straight; good posture promotes healthy lung movements.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inhale slowly throws your nostrils.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purse your lips as if you are pouting.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathe out as slowly as possible through pursed lips.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This exercise keeps your airway open for longer, which facilitates the airflow into and out of the lung\u200b\u200bs\u200b. These make it easier for the lungs to function and improve the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/lung-health-diseases\/wellness\/breathing-exercises\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><sup>4<\/sup><\/a><sup>,<\/sup><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK545289\/\"><sup>5<\/sup><\/a>.This exercise can be beneficial for people who are less physically active and are not using their breathing muscles frequently.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Diaphragmatic_Breathing_or_Belly_Breathing\"><\/span><strong>2. Diaphragmatic Breathing or Belly Breathing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-375x250.webp\" alt=\"belly breathing\" class=\"wp-image-249310\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/diaphragmatic-breathing-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Diaphragmatic breathing is one of the best exercises that use the diaphragm muscles for breathing. It is also known as belly breathing as the stomach rises and falls with each breath. Follow these steps to practice diaphragmatic breathing:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Lie down straight and relax your body.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Put your hands lightly on your belly.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inhale through the nose and make sure your stomach is moving outward while your chest remains still.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhale slowly for about \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200bfour \u200bseconds, and your stomach should move inwards.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Diaphragm breathing helps strengthen the respiratory muscles and improves lung capacity<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7602530\/\"><sup>6<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Rib_Stretch\"><\/span><strong>3. Rib Stretch<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-375x250.webp\" alt=\"rib stretch\" class=\"wp-image-249327\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/rib-stretch.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Rib stretch itself suggests what it says, stretch your ribs, which move during each breath.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stand \u200b\u200bin an \u200bupright position by keeping your hands on your hips.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slowly inhale air until your lungs fill\u200b or chest expands\u200b.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hold your breath for 20 seconds or \u200bfor however long it is comfortable.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhale slowly.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching the ribs causes chest expansion that helps improve the tone of respiratory muscles and activity and enhances lung function<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5702824\/\"><sup>7<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Yawn_to_Smile\"><\/span><strong>4. Yawn to Smile<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-375x250.webp\" alt=\"yawn to smile\" class=\"wp-image-249375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/yawn-and-smile.webp 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>This exercise gives space to your diaphragm to expand and provides strength to the chest muscles.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Sit upright on the edge of your bed or chair.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u200bRaise \u200barms overhead.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Create a wide stretching \u200byawn.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bring your arms down and finish by smiling for three seconds.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Humming_and_Singing\"><\/span><strong>5. Humming and Singing<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-375x250.webp\" alt=\"humming and singing\" class=\"wp-image-249312\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/humming-and-singing-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Any activity that works the abdominal muscles also works the lungs. Studies<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0306987705006328\"><sup>8<\/sup><\/a> have shown that even simple humming can help improve your respiratory health. It helps enhance sinus ventilation and increases production of nitrous oxide gas in the nose which aids in fighting inflammation. Singing can also help improve lung function by increasing your lung capacity. It forces used air out of the lungs so more fresh air can enter<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5131649\/\"><sup>9<\/sup><\/a>. Moreover, these are great stressbusters!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Simhasan%E2%80%8B%E2%80%8Ba%E2%80%8B_or_Lion_Pose\"><\/span><strong>6. Simhasan\u200b\u200ba\u200b or Lion Pose<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"375\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-375x250.webp\" alt=\"simhasana or lion pose\" class=\"wp-image-249313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-375x250.webp 375w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-1536x1024.webp 1536w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-2048x1365.webp 2048w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-741x494.webp 741w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-480x320.webp 480w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-720x480.webp 720w, https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/simhasana-lion-pose-150x100.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 375px) 100vw, 375px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are certain yoga poses that are beneficial for lung health and Simhasana is one. It is a unique pose that requires you to make a sound. The sound created during Simhasana resembles the roaring sound of a lion. To do this:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>\u200b\u200bKneel down.\u200b\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Distance your knees as far as you can comfortably, with toes of both the feet touching each other.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Move your body slightly forward. Place the palm of your hands on the floor right between the knees.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Slightly arch the back and move the head backward.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open your mouth and draw the tongue outwards towards the chin as far as you can.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As you exhale from the mouth, produce a sound of \u2018aah\u2019 coming out from your throat.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close the mouth after exhaling and inhaling.\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relax the body in the final position.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Yoga poses such as simhasana are found to improve lung capacity and have positive effects on lung function<a href=\"https:\/\/indianyoga.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/vol-6-suppissue4.pdf\"><sup>10<\/sup><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While lung exercises are usually good for your health, if you have a chronic lung disease, always consult your doctor before starting an exercise regime.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote doc-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Pranayama or breath regulation, another important breathing exercise, can enhance the efficiency of healthy individuals and athletes by enhancing the ventilatory functions of the lungs, especially for those who partake in aerobic-based sports and require efficient lungs to deliver sufficient oxygen uptake.\u00a0<\/p>\n<cite><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/legal\/editorial-policy\/dr-m-g-kartheeka-77\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dr. M.G. Kartheeka, MBBS, MD(Pediatrics)<\/strong><\/a><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/home-remedies-for-sinus-problems\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural Home Remedies for Sinus Problems<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_Benefits_of_Breathing_Exercises\"><\/span><strong>Other Benefits of Breathing Exercises<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides their benefits for lung health, these exercises also have a positive impact on several body functions. These are<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9877284\/\"><sup>11<\/sup><\/a>:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>They help relax the body by calming your nerves\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They aid in improving oxygenation\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help to reduce stress by reducing cortisol levels (cortisol is a stress hormone)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They reduce the heart rate which also contributes to lowering stress\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help manage blood pressure which can be beneficial for your heart\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>These help improve sleep quality and boost your energy levels\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps to strengthen core muscles, especially breathing exercises that include stretching\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/health-fitness-benefits-of-balasana-and-how-to-do-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Benefits of Balasana (Child\u2019s Pose) and How to Do it By Dr. Ankit Sankhe<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Incorporating the right exercises into your routine can significantly boost your lung health, enhancing your breathing capacity, stamina, and overall well-being. But remember, you have to practice these exercises regularly for best results. Also, everybody\u2019s threshold is different and it\u2019s necessary to listen to your body if you feel any discomfort. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/online-doctor-consultation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Consult a doctor<\/a><\/strong> if you already have lung problems before incorporating any exercises in your routine.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/exercises-to-do-if-you-suffer-from-varicocele\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Exercises To Do If You Suffer From Varicocele<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"References\"><\/span><strong>References<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>How the lungs work: National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute [Internet]. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/lungs\/breathing-benefits\">https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/lungs\/breathing-benefits\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yun R, Bai Y, Lu Y, Wu X, Lee SD. How Breathing Exercises Influence on Respiratory Muscles and Quality of Life among Patients with COPD? A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.\u202f<em>Can Respir J<\/em>. 2021;2021:1904231.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7864742\"> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7864742<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jun HJ, Kim KJ, Nam KW, Kim CH. Effects of breathing exercises on lung capacity and muscle activities of elderly smokers.\u202f<em>J Phys Ther Sci<\/em>. 2016;28(6):1681-1685.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4932035\/\"> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC4932035\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathing Exercises: American Lung Association (Internet). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lung.org\/lung-health-diseases\/wellness\/breathing-exercises\">https:\/\/www.lung.org\/lung-health-diseases\/wellness\/breathing-exercises<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nguyen JD, Duong H. Pursed-lip Breathing. [Updated 2025 Jan 25]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 Jan <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK545289\/\">https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK545289\/\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hamasaki H. Effects of Diaphragmatic Breathing on Health: A Narrative Review.\u202f<em>Medicines (Basel)<\/em>. 2020;7(10):65.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7602530\/\">https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC7602530\/<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Park SJ, Kim SH, Min KO. The immediate effects of rib cage joint mobilization and chest wall stretch on muscle tone and stiffness of respiratory muscles and chest expansion ability in patients with chronic stroke.\u202f<em>J Phys Ther Sci<\/em>. 2017;29(11):1960-1963.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5702824\/\"> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5702824\/<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eby GA. Strong humming for one hour daily to terminate chronic rhinosinusitis in four days: A case report and hypothesis for action by stimulation of endogenous nasal nitric oxide production. Medical hypotheses. 2006 Jan 1;66(4):851-4. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0306987705006328\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0306987705006328\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lewis A, Cave P, Stern M, et al. Singing for Lung Health-a systematic review of the literature and consensus statement.\u202f<em>NPJ Prim Care Respir Med<\/em>. 2016;26:16080.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5131649\/\"> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5131649\/<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>K Krishna Sharma1 &amp; Ajithesha N.H International Journal of Yoga and Allied Sciences Volume: 6 (Suppl), November 2017 <a href=\"https:\/\/indianyoga.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/vol-6-suppissue4.pdf\">https:\/\/indianyoga.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/04\/vol-6-suppissue4.pdf<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tavoian D, Craighead DH. Deep breathing exercise at work: Potential applications and impact.\u202f<em>Front Physiol<\/em>. 2023;14:1040091.<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9877284\/\"> https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9877284\/<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Disclaimer<\/em><\/strong><em>: The information provided here is for educational\/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. 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