Guided anuloma viloma breathing, made simple
BreathBreak walks you through alternate nostril breathing — one calm instruction at a time, with voice guidance and soothing visuals. Choose 1–10 minutes, follow the cues, and finish centered. No ads, no subscriptions, no tracking.
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Breathe with the circle
Inhale as it grows · hold gently · exhale as it softens. Three rounds and you'll feel it.
In the app, calm voice guidance and nostril-by-nostril cues do the counting for you — get BreathBreak free.
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Voice, visuals & a timer that breathes with you
Every screen is designed to lower your heart rate, not compete for your attention.
How the anuloma viloma timer works
Alternate nostril breathing has a rhythm. BreathBreak keeps it for you, so your mind can let go of the counting.
Choose your pace
Pick a time-based session (1–10 minutes) or go round-based with cycles per round. Fine-tune inhale and exhale duration with custom timing sliders — from gentle beginner pace to a long 1:2 exhale.
Follow the guidance
Clear voice instructions and calm visuals cue every move: which nostril to close, when to inhale, when to switch. No guesswork, no mental counting — just follow along and breathe.
Let the habit build
A daily streak and total practice time quietly track your consistency. A few mindful minutes a day is how alternate nostril breathing becomes something your body asks for.
Voice-guided sessions
Every step spoken aloud — close your eyes and let the app lead the whole practice.
Visual breathing cues
Soothing animations show each inhale and exhale, so you can also practice in silence.
Custom timing
Adjust inhale and exhale duration to your comfort — the ratio grows with your practice.
Time or rounds
Fixed-duration sessions or round-and-cycle mode with estimated time — your choice.
Streaks & practice stats
Daily streak and total time tracked gently — motivation without gamified noise.
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Anuloma viloma guides for real life
Everything from your first cycle to daily ratios, sleep wind-downs, and desk breaks — written plainly, with the tradition respected and the science kept honest.
How to Do Anuloma Viloma
The complete beginner's walkthrough — hand position, nostril order, and your first five cycles.
Read the guide → RatiosBreathing Ratios for Beginners
1:1 or 1:2? What the traditional ratios mean and how to progress without strain.
Read the guide → CompareNadi Shodhana vs. Anuloma Viloma
Same practice or not? The real difference — and which form beginners should start with.
Read the guide → CompareBox Breathing vs. Alternate Nostril
Two famous techniques, different jobs. Which to reach for — and when.
Read the guide → RoutineHow Long to Practice Each Day
Five minutes or twenty? A realistic daily dose, and why consistency beats duration.
Read the guide → SleepAnuloma Viloma Before Sleep
A calming wind-down routine for the last ten minutes of your day.
Read the guide → No subscriptionA Breathing App Without the Paywall
Why most breathing apps charge monthly — and what a genuinely free one looks like.
Read the guide → At workCalm Breathing Breaks at Your Desk
Discreet 1–3 minute alternate nostril sessions for stressful workdays.
Read the guide → TimerHow the Anuloma Viloma Timer Works
Time-based vs. round-based sessions, cycles, and custom timing — explained.
Read the guide →Frequently asked questions about anuloma viloma
What is Anuloma Viloma and how is it different from Nadi Shodhana?
Anuloma Viloma is alternate nostril breathing: inhale through one nostril, exhale through the other, in a steady rhythm without holding the breath. Nadi Shodhana is closely related but traditionally adds breath retention (kumbhaka). BreathBreak guides the gentler, no-retention form. See the full comparison →
How do you do Anuloma Viloma step by step?
Sit comfortably, close your right nostril with your right thumb, inhale through the left. Close the left with your ring finger, release the thumb, exhale through the right. Inhale right, switch, exhale left — that's one cycle. Follow the full walkthrough →
What is the correct breathing ratio for beginners?
Start with an equal 1:1 ratio — say, 4 seconds in and 4 seconds out — and move toward 1:2 (exhale twice the inhale) as it gets comfortable. The exhale should always feel easy, never forced. Learn the ratio progression →
Does BreathBreak include breath retention (kumbhaka)?
No — BreathBreak deliberately guides the no-retention form of alternate nostril breathing, generally recommended for beginners. You breathe in a continuous, relaxed rhythm with voice and visual cues. Why no retention? →
What's the difference between box breathing and alternate nostril breathing?
Box breathing uses equal inhale–hold–exhale–hold phases and shines as a quick reset. Alternate nostril breathing flows without holds and suits longer, deeper wind-downs. They complement each other. Compare them properly →
How long should I practice Anuloma Viloma each day?
Consistency beats duration: five minutes daily is a solid practice, and even 1–3 minutes counts. BreathBreak sessions run 1–10 minutes with a streak tracker to keep the habit alive. Find your daily dose →
Is it okay to do Anuloma Viloma before bed?
Yes — slow alternate nostril breathing is a popular wind-down ritual, and a long relaxed exhale may help you feel calmer before sleep. Get the bedtime routine →
Is there a truly free breathing app with no ads or subscriptions?
Yes. BreathBreak is completely free with no ads, no subscriptions, and no tracking — one technique, done well, with offline support. See how it compares →
Can alternate nostril breathing help with anxiety at work?
Slow breathing is widely used to settle everyday stress, and a 1–3 minute session makes a discreet desk break. It's a wellness practice, not a treatment — persistent anxiety deserves professional care. Read the desk-break guide →
How do time-based and round-based sessions work?
Time-based mode runs for a fixed 1–10 minutes; round-based mode sets rounds and cycles per round with an estimated duration. Both support custom inhale/exhale timing. See the timer explained →
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