In this Ayurveda pranayama video, you will be led through a 10 minute Bhastrika Pranayama breathing practice. Because bhastrika is a very active and heating practice, it is not recommended for all people. Bhastrika should not be practiced by pregnant or menstruating women, as well as, for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, hernias, gastric ulcers, epilepsy, vertigo, nosebleeds, detached retinas, glaucoma, recent abdominal surgery, and anyone at risk for stroke. People struggling with asthma or chronic bronchitis should only practice bhastrika with a teacher. The pace of the breath is different for each person. However, with time, people often find their speed increases. How fast or slow you practice kapalabhati is not important. The quality of your practice is the most important. Remember there shouldn’t be any straining or forcing when practicing pranayama. We always want to feel peace and ease when we practice. Now press play on the video and follow along as you are led through the Ayurvedic pranayama technique of Bhastrika pranayama or bellows breath.
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