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Box Breaths

A square. In, hold, out, hold, all for the same count. Tactical breathing used by the US Navy Seals.

Tactical breathing used by the US Navy Seals

A square. In, hold, out, hold, all for the same count. People either love it or hate it, and if you hate it you do not do it.

  • In for four seconds.
  • Gently hold for four seconds.
  • Out for four seconds.
  • Gently hold the out breath for four seconds.
  • Four seconds is the usual count, but three or five is fine.
  • One minute is enough.
Updated on Aug 9, 2026