What is Diaphragmatic Breathing? Diaphragmatic Breathing is a type of breathing exercise in which one breathes with the belly. It's done by contracting the diaphragm. The diaphragm is a muscle that separates the abdomen from the chest. When air inhales, the chest doesn't rise but the belly expands. This breathing technique is also known as belly breathing or abdominal breathing exercise. How to do Diaphragmatic Breathing? Diaphragmatic breathing exercises can be done in standing, sitting, and lying positions. Find a calm place to lie down on the back, sit down or stand. Place one hand on the chest and one hand on the belly. Inhale air slowly through the nose and feel the belly rise. During this process, try to keep a hand on the chest as still as possible. Exhale air through pursed lips and feel the belly flatten. Repeat this process 10 times. Do this breathing exercise in all three positions twice a day. Diaphragmatic Breathing Benefits: It improves heart rate by d