Lynn Owen Acupuncture & Yoga

29/04/2026

14/04/2026

During my yoga retreat in Barmouth 14th-17th May, I will be teaching a some breathwork methods, devised by the Buteyko method and yoga breathing

Plus easy level Hatha Yoga, focusing on the breath with each asana(posture)

All this plus a 10 minute walk to the beach and free time to relax and recharge
£275

Message or call for details: 07870373545

Calm your mind and hack your nervous system for lasting stress relief! 🧘‍♂️💨

Did you know that chronic stress keeps your body in a constant "fight or flight" state? The Buteyko Method teaches you how to use your breath to restore autonomic balance and activate your body's natural relaxation response.

Here are the core principles for managing stress:

✨ Stimulate the Vagus Nerve: By slowing your breath and breathing through your nose, you directly influence the vagus nerve to release acetylcholine — a neurotransmitter that slows your heart rate and signals safety to your brain.

✨ Master the L*D Method: For functional health, your breath should be Light, Slow, and Deep. Breathing "lightly" allows carbon dioxide to accumulate in your blood, which acts as a natural sedative for the brain.

✨ Breathe Slow (Cadence): Reducing your respiratory rate to approximately 6 breaths per minute — inhaling for 4 seconds and exhaling for 6 — optimises your Heart Rate Variability (HRV) and significantly lowers the physiological load of stress.

✨ Emergency Breathing Recovery: If you feel a surge of panic or racing thoughts, try Many Small Breath Holds. Take a small, silent breath in and out through your nose, hold for 2–5 seconds, then breathe normally for 10 seconds. Repeat until you feel centred.

Your breath is a powerful tool you carry with you everywhere. By switching to full-time nasal breathing, you lay the foundation for a more resilient mind and a calmer life. 💙

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04/04/2026

24/03/2026

Stop the vicious cycle of asthma and take back control of your breath!

Did you know that most people with asthma breathe between 10 to 15 liters of air per minute—significantly more than the healthy average of 5 to 8 liters?
This chronic over-breathing causes your airways to narrow further, leading to the very coughing and wheezing you’re trying to avoid To regain control and find lasting relief, follow these key principles from the sources:
Breathing Recovery (Many Small Breath Holds): Use this as an "emergency" exercise at the very first sign of symptoms Take a small, silent breath in and out through your nose, pinch your nose to hold for just 2 to 5 seconds, and then breathe normally for 10 to 15 seconds Repeat this sequence until you feel calm
Breathe Light: Retrain your body’s biochemistry by consciously reducing your breathing volume until you feel a tolerable hunger for air This helps open the blood vessels and improves oxygen delivery to your cells
Target a 25-Second BOLT Score: Your goal for long-term respiratory stability is a morning BOLT score (Control Pause) of at least 25 seconds Every 5-second increase in your score corresponds to a significant reduction in asthma symptoms
Nasal Breathing is Non-Negotiable: Breathe only through your nose, day and night Mouth breathing draws in cold, dry, unfiltered air that acts as a major trigger, while nasal breathing warms the air and harnesses health-promoting nitric oxide
⚠️ Safety Note: If your asthma symptoms continue for five minutes despite practicing these exercises, take your prescribed rescue medication immediately

18/03/2026

It's Village Halls week, celebrating health and wellbeing at your Village Hall.

17/03/2026

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