Thoracic expansion with hold (Breathing directed into/hold/out of ribs, in sitting; 01)
Sit upright in a chair or sit upright on your bed with your legs supported.
Relax your shoulders.
Place your hands on your ribs.
As you take a deep breath in through your nose, feel your ribs moving outwards as you fill your lungs.
Hold this position.
Breathe out through your mouth, letting the air flow out of your lungs.
Do not force out the air.
Required equipment: Chair
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