What is complete breathing?

[Teena]

Hi!

Can you explain me something about complete breathing in Hatha yoga?

Thanks
Teena

[jeniffer]

Hi!

In complete breathing you have to do the following:
1) Empty the lungs entirely.
2) Slowly lower the diaphragm allowing air to enter the lungs. When the abdomen swells filling the bottom of the lungs with air.
3) Expand the ribs without straining.
4) Allow the lungs to completely fill by raising the collarbones.

The air should enter in a regular flow, without gasping.
Be silent to breathe silently.

Jeniffer