How to improve lung capacity at home
Apr 21, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
At home, lung capacity can be improved through diaphragmatic breathing, chest expansion exercises, swimming, and other methods such as running. In addition to these activities, ensuring adequate and proper rest and sleep is also very important for enhancing lung capacity. Lung capacity typically declines with age, so continuous physical exercise is necessary to maintain normal lung function.
Generally, lung capacity can be improved at home through methods such as diaphragmatic breathing, chest-expanding exercises, and swimming. Specific details are as follows:
1. Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing is an effective exercise method for maintaining good lung capacity. When inhaling, allow the lower abdomen to expand naturally and slowly; when exhaling, contract the abdominal muscles inward as much as possible and release the air slowly. Each session should last at least 15 minutes.
2. Chest-Expanding Exercises
When performing chest-expanding exercises, keep arms straight with palms facing downward, and slowly and forcefully move the arms outward to both sides. This effectively strengthens lung capacity.
3. Swimming
While swimming, consciously practice deep inhalation followed by quick exhalation, and occasionally practice breath-holding, which helps improve lung capacity.
Besides the above methods, other activities such as running can also be beneficial. It's important to ensure adequate and proper rest and sleep, which also play a significant role in enhancing lung capacity. Typically, lung capacity tends to decline with age, so consistent physical exercise is essential to maintain normal lung function.
