Extended Exhale Breathing
The exhale is longer than the inhale. Commonly used as a slower, settling rhythm.
Pattern
4 — 6
Session
Sound
Volume
Tone
Preset
How it works
Extended exhale breathing keeps the inhale shorter than the exhale. The default is four seconds in and six seconds out. Presets 4:6, 4:8, and 5:7 change that ratio without adding holds. Prefer a short hold plus long exhale? See relaxation breathing. Prefer the classic long hold? See 4-7-8 breathing.
How to do it
- Choose a preset if you want a longer or shorter exhale.
- Inhale for the first number of seconds.
- Exhale for the second, longer number.
- There is no hold. Leave if the exhale feels forced.
Session duration
The default session is five minutes. Two or three minutes is enough to feel the longer exhale; ten minutes suits a slower wind-down.
When people use it
People often use a longer exhale as a slower, settling rhythm after a busy stretch of the day. It is a timer, not a treatment for stress.
Pattern data
- INHALE
- 4 sec
- EXHALE
- 6 sec
- Cycle
- 10 sec
- Cycles / min
- ~6.00
- Session cycles
- ~30
FAQ
What is extended exhale breathing?
A pattern where the exhale lasts longer than the inhale. The default here is 4 seconds in and 6 seconds out, with presets 4:8 and 5:7.
Are there holds?
No. This timer uses inhale and exhale only. Add holds on the custom breathing timer if you want them.
How long should I practice?
Five minutes is the default. Pick any session length before Start.
Is this medical advice?
No. These timers are informational tools and do not provide medical advice.
Related
breathinglab.app provides informational breathing tools and does not provide medical advice. Stop and return to normal breathing if you feel dizzy, lightheaded or uncomfortable.