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Box Breathing
A steady four-part rhythm using equal inhale, hold, exhale, and hold phases.
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Free online guided breathing exercises and timers.
Choose a breathing rhythm and follow a clear visual guide for calm, focus, sleep, or a gentler breath.
Breathing exercises by goal and technique
Find simple timers for box breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, belly breathing, pursed-lip breathing, cyclic sighing, and equal breathing.
Inhale
Box Breathing
Inhale4sSleepCalmWind down
4-7-8 Breathing
A longer exhale pattern often used as a wind-down routine.
Start sessionNo holdsBeginnerCalm
Equal Breathing
A beginner-friendly breathing technique with equal-length inhales and exhales and no breath holds.
Start sessionBeginnerGentleNo holds
Diaphragmatic Breathing
A belly-breathing pattern focused on gentle, lower-body expansion.
Start sessionBreathlessness supportNo holdsGentle
Pursed-Lip Breathing
A gentle pattern with a longer exhale through pursed lips.
Start sessionCalmResearch-backedLong exhale
Cyclic Sighing
A double-inhale followed by a long, slow exhale.
Start sessionBreathing exercises by goal
Find guided breathing timers for common needs, including sleep, stress, anxiety, beginner practice, and breathlessness support.
Sleep breathing guideBreathing Exercises for Sleep
Try gentle breathing exercises for sleep, including 4-7-8 breathing, equal breathing, belly breathing, and slow exhale timers.
Stress breathing guideBreathing Exercises for StressUse guided breathing exercises for stress with timers for box breathing, equal breathing, belly breathing, and cyclic sighing.
Anxiety breathing guideBreathing Exercises for AnxietyExplore gentle breathing exercises for anxiety, including box breathing, equal breathing, and cyclic sighing with guided timers.
Beginner breathing guideBreathing Exercises for BeginnersStart with beginner breathing exercises and easy timers for equal breathing, belly breathing, box breathing, and pursed-lip breathing.
Breathlessness support guideBreathing Exercises for Shortness of BreathLearn gentle breathing exercises for shortness of breath, including pursed-lip breathing and belly breathing, with safety guidance.
Panic breathing guideBreathing Exercises for Panic AttacksTry a gentle 1-minute breathing exercise for panic symptoms. Follow a no-hold timer, learn what to avoid, and know when to seek urgent help.
Focus breathing guideBreathing Exercises for FocusUse guided breathing exercises for focus with short timers for box breathing, equal breathing, and cyclic sighing.
Relaxation breathing guideBreathing Exercises for RelaxationTry breathing exercises for relaxation with guided timers for equal breathing, belly breathing, box breathing, and cyclic sighing.
Popular breathing timers
Jump directly into focused timer pages for common breathing patterns.
Timer landing pageBox Breathing Timer
Use a free box breathing timer for the 4-4-4-4 breathing pattern, with guided sessions and practical safety notes.
Timer landing page4-7-8 Breathing TimerUse a free 4-7-8 breathing timer with guided inhale, hold, and long exhale phases for a gentle wind-down routine.
Short breathing sessions
Choose a quick guided practice by session length or bedtime use case.
Short breathing practice1 Minute Breathing Exercise
Start a free 1 minute breathing exercise online. Follow a simple no-hold inhale-and-exhale timer for a quick, beginner-friendly reset.
Five-minute breathing practice5 Minute Breathing ExerciseUse a free 5 minute breathing exercise timer for stress, relaxation, sleep wind-down, or beginner breathing practice.
Bedtime breathing guideBreathing Exercises Before BedTry gentle breathing exercises before bed with guided timers for 4-7-8 breathing, belly breathing, and equal breathing.
Use breathing exercises safely
This website provides general wellness education and guided breathing timers. It is not medical advice. Stop if you feel dizzy, faint, short of breath, or uncomfortable. If you have a respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, or mental health condition, consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting breathwork.