Unlocking deep relaxation: the power of rhythmic breathing on brain rhythms.
npj Mental Health Research August 23, 2025 Vaibhav Tripathi, Lakshmi Bhaskar, Chhaya Kharya et al.
Rhythmic breathing during Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) accentuates theta brain rhythms, enabling an easier transition to a relaxed meditative state characterized by delta-theta rhythms, reduced alpha power, and decreased aperiodic signals. These findings come from EEG data collected from 43 subjects before, after, and during various stages of the technique.