Effects of breathing and relaxation exercises, which can be used in the training of handicaps

Krejčí, Milada Effects of breathing and relaxation exercises, which can be used in the training of handicaps / Milada Krejčí. -- Many breathing exercises originating within the yoga tradition have broad value for therapeutic and rehabilitation purposes. They are generally based on sound physiological principles, and though designed for more esoteric goals, can serve well for promoting relaxation, optimal lung function, emotional balance and self-regulation of various kinds. Fundamental principles of yogic breathing are discussed (diaphragmatic breathing, nasal vs mouth breathing, slow exhalation with pauses, smoothness and steadiness, self-observation of breathing). Four basic exercises are described: three-part complete breath, alternate-nostril breathing, post-exhale pause, etc.

In Sport & Science Magazine : adapted physical activities - European dimensions. -- Sophia : Sport Academy Sophia, 2006. -- ISSN 1310-3393. -- Vol. 50, supplement to issue 2 (2007), p. 25-29

1. dychové cvičenia 2. relaxačné cvičenia 3. telesne postihnuté osoby 4. zdravotne postihnuté osoby

I. Sport & Science Magazine : adapted physical activities - European dimensions. -- Vol. 50, supplement to issue 2 (2007), p. 25-29
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