Buteyko Breathing is a scientifically developed method designed to restore healthy, functional breathing patterns. Created by Dr. Konstantin Buteyko in the 1950s, the method focuses on gentle breath retraining to reduce over-breathing, calm the nervous system, and improve oxygen delivery throughout the body. Today, it is used worldwide for health, wellbeing, and performance.
If you’d like to improve your breathing, sleep, or stress levels, book your Buteyko Breathing session today at Kenmare Clinic.
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How it works
Many people unknowingly develop habits of shallow or rapid breathing, especially through the mouth. This can disrupt oxygen and carbon dioxide balance, contribute to symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, and sleep problems, and place stress on the body.
Buteyko Breathing teaches you to:
- Breathe more slowly, lightly, and efficiently
- Use the nose as the primary breathing route
- Improve diaphragm function and reduce tension in the chest and shoulders
- Build awareness of breathing patterns in daily life
Benefits of Buteyko Breathing
Research and clinical practice show Buteyko Breathing may help with:
- Asthma & respiratory conditions – reducing breathlessness and wheezing
- Sleep issues – supporting restful sleep and reducing snoring/sleep apnea symptoms
- Anxiety & stress – calming the nervous system and improving resilience
- Sports & performance – enhancing endurance and recovery by optimising breathing efficiency
- General wellbeing – boosting energy, concentration, and overall vitality
How do I know if my breathing is dysfunctional?
Signs that your breathing patterns may be contributing to health issues include:
- Regular mouth breathing, especially at night, waking with a dry mouth
- Feeling short of breath at rest or with light activity
- Frequent sighing, yawning, or heavy breathing
- Poor sleep quality or waking unrefreshed
- Tension in the chest, neck, or shoulders
- Struggling with anxiety, fatigue, or lack of focus
If these sound familiar, Buteyko Breathing may help restore balance and ease to your system.
What to expect
Is Buteyko Breathing right for you?