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Jivha Bandha
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…
Anataranga Yoga | Dharana | Mudra | Pranayama | Pratyahara
Nadi Shuddhi
The ability to keep still like a yogi comes from dedication and consistent practice, not just a one-time “balancing” act. Patience, perseverance, and proper guidance are essential elements. Nadi Shodhana (often referred to as Nadi Sudhi) is a powerful pranayama (breathing technique) that involves alternate nostril breathing. This practice helps cleanse and balance the energy…
Increase CO2 Tolerance
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…
Brahmari
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…
Kumbhaka
A State where there is no inhalation, no exhalation, and no mind. Kumbhaka, in yogic practices, refers to the retention of breath—holding the breath after inhalation or exhalation. It is often seen as a state of profound stillness and concentration, where there is no conscious breath movement, and the practitioner can transcend ordinary thought patterns….