breathworkn.
/ˈbrɛθwəːk/, U.S. /ˈbrɛθˌwərk/ Any of various exercises, techniques, and therapies that involve controlling the manner in which one breathes, esp. in order to promote relaxation and a sense of physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
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1972 I. Friedlander Year One Catal. 74 The classes..are consistently rhythmical and balanced, with asana and breath work followed by relaxation and meditation.
1980 Westport (Connecticut) News 4 June 28/4 Through yoga therapy,..breathwork, physical exercises and philosophy, the student will be taught control of the body, mind and emotions.
2019 Health Daily Digest (Nexis) 31 Oct. A holistic approach using voice and singing, movement, sound, mindfulness and breath work to provide opportunities to connect body, voice, breath and mind.
This entry has been updated (OED Third Edition, December 2020; most recently modified version published online December 2021).
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