Manava Breathing 1.1

Manava Breathing is a method that emphasizes slow, nasal breathing focused deep into the abdomen at a measured rate of 5.5 breaths per minute. Grounded in the principles of diaphragmatic breathing, this technique has demonstrated potential benefits in enhancing heart rate variability (HRV), reducing blood pressure, improving concentration, and promoting mental tranquility.

The practice of slower breathing is beneficial as it helps transition individuals from a state of panic, associated with sympathetic nervous system activation, to a calmer, parasympathetic state. This fundamental shift can be advantageous for overall well-being and stress management.

Co-founded by Gareth Edwards and Will Fleming, Manava Breathing draws on substantial expertise in the field. Gareth is recognized as an Oxygen Advantage Instructor and holds the distinction of being New Zealand's first Oxygen Advantage Master Instructor. Will, a proud Cook Islander, is dedicated to imparting breathing techniques that are empirically validated to enhance mental calmness and presence.

The app further enhances the experience with features designed to support users on their Manava Breathing journey:

• Custom design tailored to facilitate the practice of Manava Breathing.
• Four distinct modes available for selection, easily navigable with simple swipes.
• A dedicated settings button providing access to language preferences and a music bypass option.
• Inclusion of several South Pacific languages such as Cook Island, Fijian, Māori, Niuean, Samoan, Tongan, along with English.
• Adaptive dark and light modes that conform to the phone's system preferences.
• Multiple time settings available in 5.5-minute increments.
• A comprehensive information section detailing Manava Breathing and its creators, accessible through intuitive navigation.
• Haptic feedback capabilities that enhance the user experience by providing gentle reminders for inhalation and exhalation.
• Dynamic animated screens coupled with a smooth gesture-based user interface.
• A custom binaural soundtrack designed specifically for the Manava Breathing App, creating an immersive auditory experience reminiscent of ambisonics with calming sounds of nature.