The following test will help you understand how you are breathing.
If you'd like a free analysis of your breathing, please complete the contact form below.
Step 1 - Breath-hold Test
To do the breath-hold test please:
  1. Sit in a comfortable place with your back nice and straight.
  2. Take a normal breath in through your nose and do a normal exhale. Avoid the urge to take a big breath.
  3. At the end of the exhale initiate the breath-hold by pinching your nose closed and closing your mouth.
  4. Count the number of seconds until you feel the very first subtle sensation of wanting to take a breath. Please note, this is not a contest to see how long you can hold your breath.
Go to Step 2 - Symptoms Checklist
Step 2 - Symptoms Checklist
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Step 3 - Breathing Analysis
Review the chart below to see the type of breathing you have.
If your breath hold time was less than 20 seconds:
  • Chances are high the symptoms you checked in Step 2 are related to how you breathe.
  • If your breathing remains the same your symptoms may intensify or new symptoms may develop over time.
If your breath hold time was between 20 and 40 seconds:
  • Chances are good the symptoms you checked are minor and occur infrequently.
  • If you can improve your breathing flaws the symptoms may be relieved.
If your breath hold time was above 40 seconds:
  • Your breathing is considered normal.  You should not be experiencing any symptoms listed in Step 2.