Vayu breathwork: improve daily wellbeing
Vayu is an Android app built to support breathwork practices that boost overall wellness. It brings together evidence-informed breathing exercises and guided sessions designed to lower stress, sharpen concentration, and support healthier sleep patterns. Sessions are curated for different parts of the day so you can fit breathwork into your routine easily.
Core breathing practices
- Kapalbhati (energizing, cleansing breaths)
- Anulom Vilom (alternate-nostril balancing)
- Bhastrika (dynamic, oxygenating breaths)
These methods are presented with step-by-step guidance and explanations of their benefits and suitable timing.
Smartwatch features and on-wrist practice
- Haptic cues to guide inhalations, holds, and exhalations
- Continuous heart-rate feedback during sessions
- Direct breathwork control from Wear OS devices
The wearable companion lets you practice without pulling out your phone, and live biometrics help you stay aware of how your body responds.
Personalization, tracking, and in-app assistance
- Vayu AI Assistant for tailored tips and session suggestions
- Personalized programs generated during onboarding
- Tools to build custom sessions and record mood entries/journal notes
The onboarding flow adapts plans based on your goals. Progress tracking and journaling help you monitor changes over time.
Access tiers and premium benefits
Free users receive core breathing techniques and a Quickstart practice to begin learning immediately. Upgrading unlocks enhanced capabilities such as deeper analytics, individualized coaching features, and extended program content for a more tailored experience.
Suggested free alternative: flexibility & stretching app
If you’re also interested in mobility work, consider a free flexibility and stretching app that complements breath-focused routines with guided stretches and movement sequences to increase range of motion and reduce tension.
Technical
- Android
- Free