Breathing Helps
 

 

Mary tries the breathing exercise and finds that she does breathe high up in her chest. With her hand on her abdomen she finds she can indeed breathe more deeply. Now she is ready to learn a basic relaxation technique.

 

Which of the following is a way deep breathing affects the body?

Increases oxygen to the brain and muscles.
Improves concentration.
Triggers relaxation.
Will interfere with free throws in basketball.

 

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