[header] How to do abdominal breathing [title] Take stock of your normal breathing. [step] Before you practice abdominal breathing, pay attention to your normal patterns of breathing. Abdominal breathing should work to alter the normal pace and size of your breaths to promote relaxation. 
[substeps] Close your eyes and pay attention to your breathing. Try to focus on your breaths and block out other stimulants like noises or smells.