Breathing Exercises
(Pranayama)
What is Pranayama?
- "Prana" is life force energy. "Yama" is to restrain or control.
- Pranayama is the Sanskrit word for the control or regulation of the breath.
- Pranayama is incredibly powerful but can be harmful when improperly executed.
- Different types of pranayama balance different things in our physical, mental and emotional bodies. For example, some pranayama practices create a cooling effect on the body, others a warming or heating effect.
When our breath flows smoothly in, out and through our body, we experience balanced energy and health.
Prana is life force energy.
Pranayama is the Sanskrit word for the control or regulation of the breath.
Pranayama is incredibly powerful. Some pranayama practices create a cooling effect on the body, others a warming or heating effect. Different types of pranayama balance different things in our physical, mental and emotional bodies.
When improperly executed, pranayama can cause harm so, as powerful and therapeutic as it is, it's important to learn how to properly perform it.
Prana is life force energy.
Pranayama is the Sanskrit word for the control or regulation of the breath.
Pranayama is incredibly powerful. Some pranayama practices create a cooling effect on the body, others a warming or heating effect. Different types of pranayama balance different things in our physical, mental and emotional bodies.
When improperly executed, pranayama can cause harm so, as powerful and therapeutic as it is, it's important to learn how to properly perform it.
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There are many types of Pranayama, or yogic breathing practices, all with a myriad of benefits. Three of the most popular traditional practices are:
Please note: Pranayama is powerful and can create imbalance when performed incorrectly. Make sure to proceed slowly or work with a qualified practitioner to learn correct methods and to determine which styles are best for you. |
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