Sit in Easy pose with your spine erect and shoulders relaxed. Practice complete yogic breathing - inhale slowly filling your abdomen, then your chest, then your upper chest. Hold briefly. Exhale slowly in reverse order. Each breath cycle should be slow and controlled, taking 8-10 seconds. Continue this for 5 minutes with full concentration. Breathe slowly and deeply throughout.
Benefits: Soothes the mind and helps in circulation of blood in the muscles. This breathing technique activates the parasympathetic nervous system which naturally lowers blood pressure. Regular practice helps to keep blood pressure within healthy ranges.