What is Vital Capacity?
Vital capacity (VC) is the air volume that can be expired by forceful effort, following maximal deepest possible inspiration.
The subject takes a deep breath of maximal inspiration and then breathes out forcefully. The volume of air expelled indicates vital capacity.
The total Tidal volume (TV), Inspiratory reserve(IRV), and Expiratory reserve volumes (ERV) make Vital capacity.
Vital capacity measures respiratory functions and indicates respiratory and overall health conditions. It indicates functions of higher brain and respiratory centers, strength of respiratory muscles, regular nerve supply to the respiratory muscles, and functions of the lungs and chest wall.
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You cannot change your age, sex, and height, but you can improve your posture, general health, and lung and muscle conditions by simple and effective methods.
Improving your vital capacity involves strengthening your respiratory muscles and optimizing lung function. Here are some simple, free, but effective steps:
Twelve simple ways are:
1. Maintain a normal weight.
2. Maintain hydration.
3. Ensure quality sleep for 6 to seven hours.
4. Take a balanced diet at regular intervals.
5. Avoid stress and strain.
6. Avoid pollution and ensure good quality of indoor air.
7. Quit smoking and avoid passive smoking.
8. Quit alcohol.
9. Practice deep breathing exercises, such as deep inhalations and exhalations, to expand your lungs fully and Diaphragmatic breathing, also known as belly or abdominal breathing.
10. Practice regular aerobic exercise, such as running, swimming, or cycling, and muscle-building exercises to strengthen your muscles, especially those of your back, chest, neck, and abdomen. Before starting the exercise program, follow the advice of a qualified healthcare provider.
11. Practice Yoga
12. Maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Remember, this is for informative purposes only, based on different sources of information.
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