Breath Protocol: Breathwork

Take control of your stress, sleep, and focus — one breath at a time.
Breath Protocol gives you 10 science-based breathing techniques backed by research from Stanford University, the US Navy, and leading respiratory science. Each technique is guided by a smooth animated breathing circle, gentle chime cues, and optional haptic feedback — so all you have to do is follow along and breathe.
Whether you need to calm anxiety in 60 seconds, sharpen your focus before a big meeting, or wind down for deeper sleep, there's a technique designed for exactly that.
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3 techniques are completely free, forever:
— Resonant Breathing: The 5.5-second rhythm that synchronizes your heart rate and breathing for deep, lasting calm. Based on research featured in James Nestor's bestselling book "Breath."
— Cyclic Sighing: A double-inhale technique clinically proven by Stanford researchers to reduce stress faster than traditional meditation.
— Box Breathing: The 4-phase method used by Navy SEALs and first responders to maintain focus and composure under extreme pressure.
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— Extended Exhale Breathing: Longer exhales activate your parasympathetic nervous system for rapid calming.
— Alternate Nostril Breathing: An ancient pranayama practice that balances your nervous system.
— Power Breathing: Multi-round breathwork with timed retention holds to build resilience and mental toughness.
— Cyclic Hyperventilation: A quick controlled-breathing protocol for sharp alertness when you need it most.
— Tummo Breathing: The Tibetan inner-heat practice with guided visualization and progressive breath holds.
— Nasal Breathing Training: Strengthen your nasal breathing habit and optimize nitric oxide production.
— Breath Hold Training: Progressively build CO2 tolerance and breath-hold endurance over time.
One purchase. No subscriptions. All future techniques included free.
FEATURES
Animated Breathing Circle — A calming visual guide that expands on inhale and contracts on exhale. Just follow the circle and breathe.
Fully Customizable — Adjust breath timing, hold durations, round counts, and session length to match your experience level and goals.
Mood Tracking — Rate how you feel before and after each session. See your average mood improvement grow over time.
Progress Dashboard — Track total sessions, minutes practiced, daily streaks, and your personal best breath hold.
Safety First — Technique-specific health disclaimers ensure safe practice, especially for advanced high-intensity methods.
Learn the Science — Every technique includes its origin story, step-by-step instructions, key benefits, and the research behind it.
Dark Mode Design — A calm, immersive dark interface designed to feel peaceful during evening and bedtime practice.
No accounts. No ads. No data collection. Just breathe.

DESIGNED FOR YOUR WHOLE DAY
Morning: Start with Power Breathing or Cyclic Hyperventilation to energize and focus.
Pre-meeting: Use Box Breathing for 2 minutes to calm nerves and sharpen thinking.
Afternoon: Try Alternate Nostril Breathing to reset and rebalance.
Evening: Wind down with Resonant Breathing or Extended Exhale for better sleep.
Anytime: Use Cyclic Sighing for instant stress relief in under 60 seconds.

Built with care by someone who believes breathing is the most underrated tool for mental and physical health. Every technique in this app is grounded in published research — no pseudoscience, no fluff, no recurring charges.
Download Breath Protocol and start breathing better today.