Breathing Practices for Better Sex
Theoretically you are breathing 22,000 times a day.
That’s around 917 breaths an hour.
And about 15 breaths per minute.
Which means in the time it took you to read this, you’ve probably taken 5 breaths.
What does this have to do with sex?
A lot, actually.
How you breathe can significantly impact your sexual experiences. Anatomically, the muscles around your genitals work as accessory breathing muscles, meaning every time your diaphragm moves, the muscles around your genitals move as well. Healthy breathing mechanics helps to support health pelvic muscles which leads to more intense orgasms, easier arousal, and overall increased sensitivity.
Is that motivating enough?
Here are some tips on how to use your breath to increase pleasure:
Breathe deeply -
Take slow, deep breaths in and out through your nose. When you are practicing intentional breathing, try to have a neutral spine so your ribs align over your pelvis. As you inhale, imagine the breath flowing down into your pelvis and genitals, and as you exhale, imagine releasing any tension or stress.
Not only will this help to tone the pelvic muscles and increase circulation to the genitals, deep breathing can also help you stay relaxed and present during intimate experiences, which increases pleasure and connection with your partner (or yourself if you’re solo).
Focus on your breath -
Concentrate on your breath and try to let go of any distracting thoughts. Some people find it helpful to mentally repeat ‘inhale’ as they breathe in and ‘exhale’ as they breathe out to stay focused on just the sensation of the breath.
When you concentrate on your breath, you become more mindful and present, which leads to deeper connection with your partner and a more satisfying sexual experience. Additionally, focused breathing can help you relax and reduce any anxiety or tension you may be feeling, which can lead to increased pleasure and easier arousal. By focusing on your breath, you can also increase your awareness of your body’s sensations, which can lead to more intense orgasms and overall increased sexual arousal.
Try Bhramari Breathing -
The Bhramari breath, also known as the "bee breath," is a yoga breathing technique that can help you increase your pleasure and orgasmic potential. For Bhramari breath, try this:
Find a quiet, comfortable place where you can sit or lie down comfortably.
Close your eyes and take a deep breath in through your nose.
As you exhale, make a humming sound like a bee buzzing. Keep your lips gently closed and make the sound resonate in your throat.
Continue to inhale deeply through your nose and exhale with the humming sound for several breaths.
The Bhramari breath not only helps you focus on the present moment, relax, and increase circulation to the pelvic area, it also helps you connect sound to pleasure. The ability to express your pleasure vocally, through words or sound, can be a major cause of difficulty for many people. This style of breathing supports your expression of sound in a safe way.
Try incorporating Bhramari breath into your daily routine, and notice if you find yourself more expressive about pleasure, in and out of the bedroom.
Sync your breath with your partner's -
Syncing your breath with your partner's is a powerful way to deepen your connection and increase sexual satisfaction. When you match your breathing with your partner's, you create a sense of rhythm and harmony that can enhance your physical and emotional connection.
To sync your breath with your partner's, start by taking slow, deep breaths in and out through your nose. As you inhale, try to match the length and depth of your partner's breath. As you exhale, try to match the length and depth of your partner's exhale.
This may take some practice, but with time and patience, you can synchronize your breath with your partner's and create a more intimate and satisfying sexual experience. Syncing your breath can also help you stay present and in tune with your partner's needs and desires, which can lead to increased pleasure and connection.
These breathing practices can totally revolutionize the way you experience pleasure, Jenna. I highly recommend you find one that you like and practice for a couple weeks and then let me know what happens!
