Slow Down Your Heart Rate: Guided 4-2-6-2 Breathing Exercise for Calm Need a simple and effective breathing exercise to lower heart rate? This guided session uses the 4-2-6-2 pattern (inhale 4 seconds, hold 2 seconds, exhale 6 seconds, hold 2 seconds) to actively engage your body's relaxation response. The long exhale is key to stimulating the vagus nerve, making this an excellent technique for quickly reducing stress, achieving a balanced state, and slowing down a racing heart. Use this breathi

Abnormal heartbeat, breathlessness and fatigue are common symptoms of AFib. If you’re experiencing any of these warning signs, talk with your healthcare provider. | American Heart Association