Gary Brecka explains how to raise your heart rate variability through stress reduction and routine. Deep breathing, especially exhaling through a straw, stimulates the vagus nerve. Consistent meal times, exercise schedules, and sleep patterns matter more than you'd think.
Let's talk more about how to improve your HRV and consequently your overall health and performance. Practice stress-reducing techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, deep breathing exercises, or yoga. Techniques like diaphragmatic breathing, one of my favorite, which is the Wim Hof style of breathing deeply, sometimes breathing out through a straw, can stimulate vagus nerve and improve your heart rate variability. Consistency in your routine is crucial, so try to maintain a regular daily routine including consistent meal times, exercise times, and consistent sleep schedules. Remember, small consistent changes in your lifestyle make a big difference.
