Pranayama, a Sanskrit word meaning "extension of the life force (prana)", is a yogic breathing technique that has been practiced in India for thousands of years.
Popular Types of Pranayama (Explained in Detail)
1. Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
Sit comfortably, close your right nostril with the thumb, inhale through the left nostril
then close the left nostril with your finger and exhale through the right. Continue alternately.
Balances the left and right hemispheres of the brain
2.Kapalabhati (Skull Shining Breath)
Sit straight, inhale normally, then exhale forcefully by contracting the
Inhalation is passive, exhalation is active.
stimulates digestive organs
Close your ears with your thumbs, place fingers gently on eyes and forehead, inhale deeply, then exhale slowly while making a humming sound like a bee. Benefits:
promotes emotional stability.
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