Breathing Timer
Follow the circle: it grows as you breathe in and shrinks as you breathe out.
Equal counts in, hold, out, hold.
Press Start and follow the circle
Session length 02:08
Breathing Timer settings
What is box breathing?
What is box breathing? Box breathing is a paced breathing pattern with four equal steps: breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4, breathe out for 4 and hold for 4, then repeat. The even rhythm is easy to remember and often used to calm down.
How to use the breathing timer
- Choose a pattern or set custom counts.
- Choose the number of cycles.
- Press Start and follow the circle and the words on screen.
Features
- Box, 4-7-8 and coherent (5.5 s in and out) presets
- Custom inhale, hold and exhale lengths
- Reduced motion: shows a progress bar instead of animation
Good for
- Calming down before an exam or presentation
- Winding down before sleep
- Short breaks during work
Frequently asked questions
Is this medical advice?
No. Paced breathing is a common relaxation exercise, but if you feel dizzy, stop and breathe normally. Anyone with a respiratory or heart condition should seek professional advice.
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