"Breathing is the key that unlocks the whole catalog of advanced biological function and development" - Mantak Chia
"Breathing is our basic biological function, yet many of us are not breathing fully or properly" -Mantak Chia
Reverse breathing is used to build Qi and draw it deeply into the tissues and bones, strengthening the immune system. It is good for toning the abdominal muscles and increasing lung capacity. This type of breathing also builds energy in the kidneys, which contributes to our core energy foundation and supports the Heart.
"Breathing is the bridge between the body and the mind, the connection between the conscious and the unconscious" - Mantak Chia
In reverse breathing that Master Mantak Chia demonstrates in this video the diaphragm lowers and the abdomen contracts on inhalation. The increased pressure in the abdomen packs the energy from the breath into the tissues, organs and spine. On the exhale, the diaphragm relaxes and moves upward as the stomach relaxes outward. As the pressure in the abdomen is released, the energy flows outward to wherever we direct it with our intention.