
Dog-like breathing technique.
Dog-like breathing technique.
1. Find a Comfortable Position: 2. Focus on Your Breath: 3. Feel the Abdomen: 4. Feel the Chest: 5. Complete Relaxation: 6. Stay in This State: This practice is a wonderful way to cultivate a deep sense of relaxation, especially when you feel stressed or disconnected. It can also serve as a gateway to deeper…
Dirgha Pranayama, or the “Three-Part Breath,” is an excellent foundational practice that offers numerous benefits for both beginners and experienced practitioners. It’s a simple yet effective technique to help cultivate mindfulness, increase relaxation, and improve the flow of prana (life energy) throughout the body. How to Practice Dirgha Pranayama: Benefits of Dirgha Pranayama: Dirgha Pranayama…
The adjective “Bhramari” can be translated from Sanskrit as “sweet as honey” or “that which produces ecstasy.” This powerful pranayama practice, often associated with the sound of a bee’s hum, evokes feelings of calm and inner joy. Bhramari pranayama has an immediate relaxing effect on the brain. When practiced consistently, even for just a few…
Take your practice of pranayama to the next level using the tongue lock. Jivha Bandha (the tongue lock) is a powerful technique used in advanced pranayama practices to elevate the energy flow in the body and deepen the effects of breath control. When practiced correctly, it helps to strengthen the internal energy channels, calm the…
Pranayama and Oxygen Levels: Traditionally, pranayama is not primarily focused on directly increasing oxygen levels in the blood. While some pranayama techniques might have a secondary effect on oxygen saturation, the main goals are often different. These can include: CO2 Tolerance and Breath Holding: While CO2 tolerance plays a role in breath-holding, it’s not the…