Cardiac coherence and guided breathing, made simple. Practice for 5 minutes with 5/5, box breathing, 4-7-8 or your own custom exercises, with no ads or in-app purchases.
Anima guides you through cardiac coherence and guided breathing exercises. Take five minutes to slow down, breathe, and find your calm, at your own pace.
Free, with no ads, subscriptions, or in-app purchases.
CARDIAC COHERENCE, MADE SIMPLE
Cardiac coherence is based on slow, steady breathing, usually around 6 breaths per minute. This rhythm supports the natural interaction between breathing, heart rate, and the autonomic nervous system.
The 365 method offers a simple routine: 3 times a day, 6 breaths per minute, for 5 minutes.
Slow breathing exercises have been studied for their effects on stress, anxiety, and physiological regulation. Regular practice may also support relaxation, sleep, and concentration.
CREATE YOUR OWN BREATHING EXERCISES
Box breathing, triangle breathing, 4-7-8, or a custom rhythm without pauses: build the exercise that works for you in the Create tab, save it, and start it with a single tap.
AN EXERCISE FOR EVERY MOMENT
Balance: the classic cardiac coherence rhythm
Energy: a longer inhale to start your day
Relax: a longer exhale to help you slow down
Express: a one-minute breathing break
Focus: box breathing to help you refocus
Sleep: the 4-7-8 method with guided relaxation
Pre-teens and Kids: breathing rhythms adapted for younger users
Free Session: choose your own rhythm and duration
Arrange the list however you like: show, hide, or reorder your exercises.
GUIDANCE THAT WORKS FOR YOU
Follow a voice guide, gentle chimes, or simply breathe in silence. Visual guidance, subtle haptics, and breathing sounds let you practice the way you prefer, even with your eyes closed.
YOUR PRACTICE, AT YOUR OWN PACE
Unlock nature photography as you practice and use it as a background during your sessions. Keep track of your practice history, statistics, and reminders, without pressure or imposed goals.
YOUR DATA STAYS YOURS
Anima does not collect personal data related to your breathing practice.
FREE. NO ADS. NO SUBSCRIPTION.
An independent app created to make cardiac coherence simple, enjoyable, and accessible.
This app is easy to use every day with beautiful graphics and easy to follow prompts. I’m so grateful someone made this a free app.
What’s New in Version 2.1
— Lock the exercise screen with a long press, perfect when your phone is in your pocket.
— Add or remove one minute during an exercise by swiping up or down on the remaining time.
— Discover the Journal’s new, clearer and more visual layout.
— Enjoy completely redesigned settings and simpler navigation.
— Create custom reminders by choosing the time and days that suit you.
— Choose the music that accompanies your exercises.
— Various bugs have been fixed and the interface improved.
Version 2.1
The developer, Nicolas Haddad, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Privacy practices may vary, for example, based on the features you use or your age. Learn More
Accessibility
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Information
Seller
Nicolas Haddad
Size
113 MB
Category
Health & Fitness
Compatibility
Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
iPhone Requires iOS 16.6 or later.
Mac Requires macOS 13.5 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later.
