Breathing Session Setup Guide
This guide helps you customize breathing sessions based on your experience and training goals. Sessions are built from one or more "cycles," each including repeated breathing, a breath hold, and a final hold. After all cycles, an optional meditation period with music can be added. All settings are fully adjustable and can be saved, edited, and reused.
Medical Disclaimer: Luminous Breath provides general breathing exercises for relaxation and education only. It is not a medical device and does not offer medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Consult a healthcare professional before starting, changing, or stopping any breathing, breath-hold, or wellness practice—especially if you are pregnant, have cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, psychological, or other medical conditions, or take prescription medications.
Use the app only when seated or lying down in a safe place, never while driving, in water, or without appropriate supervision. Stop immediately if you feel unwell. See our Safety Notice for full guidelines and sources.
Cycle Structure
Each cycle consists of the following components:
- Active Breathing Phase: Repeated inhales and exhales.
- Breath Hold: Hold after letting the air go.
- Final Hold: Hold after a deep inhale.
- Transition: Exhale and continue to next cycle.
You may select a different music track for each phase.
1. Active Breathing Phase
A number of breaths will be performed, each consisting of:
- Inhale Duration: 1 to 20 seconds
- Exhale Duration: 1 to 20 seconds
- Breaths per Cycle: 5 to 50 breaths
Purpose and Effect
| Adjustment | Physiological Effect |
|---|---|
| Longer inhales | Increases oxygen saturation and energy activation |
| Longer exhales | Promotes relaxation and CO2 release |
| More breaths per cycle | Leads to stronger alkalization and tingling sensations |
| Shorter breaths | Results in a faster pace, more stimulating experience |
Example Settings
| Level | Breaths per Cycle |
Duration Inhale |
Duration Exhale |
Music |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | 15–20 | 2–3 sec | 2–3 sec | Soft ambient |
| Intermediate | 20–30 | 3–4 sec | 3–4 sec | Motivational or rhythmic |
| Advanced | 30–40 | 4–5 sec | 4–5 sec | High-energy or immersive |
** Very Important ** During the breath-hold phases, never hold your breath to the point of feeling stressed — listen to your body and stay within your comfort zone. Set values that are comfortable for you, the following example durations are only a rough guide, set values that work for you.
2. Breath Hold
Instructions: After the final exhale, take one deep breath in, let it go, and hold.
Duration Range: 20 to 180 seconds
Purpose and Effect
- Increases CO2 tolerance
- Stimulates blood alkalinity and mental clarity
- Promotes deeper resilience and calm
| Level | Example Duration |
|---|---|
| Beginner | 20–40 sec |
| Intermediate | 40–70 sec |
| Advanced | 70–100 sec |
3. Final Hold
Instructions: After breath hold finishes: Deep inhale and hold again.
Duration Range: 10 to 60 seconds
Purpose and Effect
- Re-oxygenates the tissues
- Provides a controlled boost before relaxing
- Stimulates cardiovascular recovery
| Level | Example Duration |
|---|---|
| Beginner | 10–15 sec |
| Intermediate | 15–30 sec |
| Advanced | 25–40 sec |
Cycles per Session
You may add as many cycles as desired. Suggested cycles for the 3 session levels are as follows.
| Level | Cycles |
|---|---|
| Beginner | 2–3 |
| Intermediate | 3–4 |
| Advanced | 4–6 |
Variation between cycles is encouraged. For example, you may increase breath hold duration with each round.
Optional: Meditation Period
After completing all breathing cycles:
- Duration Range: 1 to 60 minutes
- Optional music can be applied
Purpose
- Integrates the relaxation response
- Captures the mental clarity and calm achieved during breathing
- Enhances mindfulness, emotional balance, and slow-wave breathing control
Suggested Duration by Experience Level
| Level | Suggested Duration |
|---|---|
| Beginner | 5–10 minutes |
| Intermediate | 10–20 minutes |
| Advanced | 20–60 minutes |
Important Tips
- For your safety, before using this app please carefully read our Safety Notice
- Progress gradually with timing increases
- Customize music and pacing to support relaxation or focus
Remember: Your session design should match your comfort level while allowing sustainable progress. Explore different combinations to discover what enhances your well-being the most.
Terms of Use
This software is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. By using this application, you agree to use it at your own risk. The developers are not responsible for any health issues that may arise from using this breathing application.