Yoga, breathwork and meditation focus on nervous system regulation and deeper levels of embodiment. We offer guided yoga and breathwork at our Glasgow centre. Our small classes allow our teacher to respond to your individual needs, so that you leave feeling rested and better able to respond to daily stressors.
Yoga is a set of physical, mental and spiritual practices from ancient India designed to focus, still, and strengthen the mind and body. There are a wide variety of yoga schools and movement techniques that exist today. At our yoga centre, your instructor will act as a movement coach to help guide you toward a set of practices that will best suit your health and physical performance needs.
Breathwork is a breathing technique and practice that focuses on improving mental and physical wellbeing. You will be guided to intentionally shift your pattern of breathing in a way that can either be stimulating, activating the sympathetic nervous system (SNS), or relaxing, activating the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS).
Our breathwork, yoga and meditation classes at our Glasgow centre have been proven to offer many benefits, including:
The exciting field of breathwork practice involves a set of complex interactions between the respiratory, cardiovascular, nervous and endocrine systems. The specific effects depend on the type of breathwork practised. Based on modern science, here is some general information about what occurs in a person’s body during highly effective breathwork.
Controlled breathing influences the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the lungs. Controlled inhaling and exhaling optimises the oxygenation of blood and the removal of carbon dioxide.
Different breathwork techniques may alter ventilation patterns, affecting respiratory rate and depth. For example, slow, deep breaths can activate the diaphragm and promote relaxation.
Breathwork can influence heart rate. Slow, deep breaths and certain relaxation techniques may lead to a decreased heart rate, promoting a state of calm, which could be helpful when trying to preserve energy or go to sleep.
Breathwork lessons that induce relaxation may contribute to lowering blood pressure.
Breathwork can modulate the balance between the sympathetic (fight-or-flight) and parasympathetic (rest-and-digest) branches of the ANS. Slow, deep breaths often stimulate the PNS, promoting relaxation.
Some breathwork practices emphasise slow and rhythmic breathing. This specialisation technique may increase heart rate variability, which is associated with better adaptability to stress.
Breathwork may influence the release of stress hormones, such as cortisol. Relaxation techniques can help reduce cortisol levels, contributing to stress reduction.
Some breathwork practices, particularly those associated with mindful breathwork meditation, may stimulate the release of endorphins, promoting feelings of wellbeing.
Controlled breathing during a meditation class can impact cerebral blood flow, potentially influencing cognitive function and mental clarity.
Breathwork exercises may affect the levels of neurotransmitters, such as serotonin and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). These may contribute to mood regulation, helping you feel happier. Combining these exercises with meditation for mental health may further aid this process.
Breathwork emphasises conscious control over breathing patterns, fostering a mind-body connection. This awareness can be a form of biofeedback meditation, allowing individuals to influence their physiological responses. Specialists may use this form of meditation for depression, headaches and more.
Individuals often experience stressors in everyday life. Mindful and intentional breathing practices may activate the relaxation response, reducing the perception of stress and anxiety.
Holon is a high-tech healing space offering local yoga classes and breathwork for Glasgow residents. We also provide private ice baths, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, infrared saunas and more access to other wellness services. Schedule an appointment for your wellness treatment at Holon today.
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