Extended Exhale Breathing

Practice a gentle four-second inhale and six-second exhale rhythm with no holds by default.

Ready

Cycle 1 / 18 · 03:00

Optional cues

Breathe comfortably without forcing it. Stop if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable.

Inhale 4, exhale 6

The pattern alternates a four-second inhale and six-second exhale with no holds. Different timing makes each phase easy to recognize.

Breathe comfortably without forcing it. Stop if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable.

A pattern without holds

Unlike Box and 4-7-8, this pattern does not hold the breath. If six seconds feels too long, return to a balanced rhythm.

Frequently asked questions

Must the exhale last exactly six seconds?

This page uses 4-6 as its preset. The custom timer lets you adjust the rhythm.

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