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Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 12 minute Sushumna Pranayama breathing practice. This form of pranayama increases Udana or upward moving energy. It also energizes the chakras as the breath moves up the spinal column. Sushumna means “the very blissful.” It is said that sushumna pranayama makes you feel blissful after you practice. The Sushumna breathing practice is centered in the spine. To practice Sushumna pranayama, you inhale and silently say the word SO. And on the exhalation you will silently say HUM. The breathing practice of Sushumna Pranayama is designed to bring balance to the body, mind and spirit. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to energize the spine, brain, and nerve tissue. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of sushmna pranayama or spinal breath.
Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 9 minute Prana Pranayama breathing practice. Prana Pranayama or the energizing breath is associated with the vital energy of the head and third-eye which governs reception of all types like eating, drinking, breathing, sensory impulses, and mental experiences. Prana breathing is used in Ayurveda to increase the energy of the head, mind, brain, and nervous system. Traditionally it has been used for headaches, brain fog, nervous exhaustion and sinus allergies. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of prana pranayama or expanding breath.
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Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 10 minute Vyana Pranayama breathing practice. Vyana Pranayama or the centering breath is associated with the vital energy of the heart and lungs which governs circulation. Vyana breathing is used in Ayurveda to increase the energy of the heart and lungs. Traditionally it has been used to help with circulation as well as benefit the heart and the lungs. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of vyana pranayama or expanding breath.
Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 10 minute Samana Pranayama breathing practice. Samana Pranayama or the centering breath is associated with the vital energy of the navel which governs digestion. Samana breathing is used in Ayurveda to strengthen agni and the action of digestion not only of ahara or food, but also of impressions the mind takes in and the breath the lungs digests. Traditionally it has been used to help people with digestion, absorption, assimilation, transformation and metabolism. Samana Breath is related to digestion not only in the body but also in the mind. Samana Pranayama helps the mind to digest emotions, thoughts, experiences, and sensations. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of samana pranayama or centering breath.
Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 15 minute Udana Pranayama breathing practice. Udana Pranayama or the ascending breath is associated with the vital energy of the throat which governs speech, self-expression, growth of body, ability to stand, effort, enthusiasm and will. Udana breathing is used in Ayurveda to strengthen the throat. It is also associated with the actions of speech and communication. Traditionally it has been used to help people with self-expression, creativity, enthusiasm, and spiritual growth. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of udana pranayama or ascending breath.
Read MoreIn this Ayurveda pranayama audio recording, you will be led through a 15 minute Apana Pranayama breathing practice. Apana Pranayama or the descending breath is associated with the vital energy of the lower abdomen which governs elimination and reproduction; and is the basis of our immune function. Apana breathing is used in Ayurveda to strengthen and detoxify the urinary, excretory and reproductive systems. Traditionally it has been used for constipation and diarrhea, as well as menstrual and sexual difficulties. Apana Breath is related to reproduction, excretion, urination, menstruation, and elimination. This is not only elimination in the body but also in the mind. Apana Pranayama helps to rid the mind of negative emotions, thoughts, experiences, and sensations. Now follow along as you are led through the Ayurveda breathing technique of apana pranayama or descending breath.
Read MoreBhastrika Pranayama is a very active and heating breathing 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. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of bhastrika pranayama or bellows breath.
Read MoreThe breathing practice of Bhramari Pranayama or humming breath is designed to calm the body. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to ease feelings of anxiousness, worry and nervousness. It is especially beneficial during times of stress. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of bhramari pranayama or bumblebee breath.
Read MoreThe breathing practice of Shitali Pranayama is designed to cool heat and inflammation in the body. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to combat thirst, high blood pressure, hyperacidity as well as improve digestion, absorption and assimilation. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the Ayurvedic pranayama technique of shitali pranayama or cooling breath.
Read MoreThe breathing practice of Kapalabhati Pranayama or breath of fire is designed to energize the body. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to wake up a clouded mind and ignite a sluggish digestive fire and metabolism. It is especially beneficial during times of congestion in the sinuses and nasal passages. According to Ayurveda, it is also said to help increase the lung capacity. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of kapalabhati pranayama or breath of fire.
Read MoreThe breathing practice of Ujjayi Pranayama is designed to bring balance to the body, mind and spirit. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to reestablish balance in the dosha, dhatu, srotamsi, and guna. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of ujjayi pranayama or victorious breath.
Read MoreAdham Pranayama is the most important and revered pranayama practice in Ayurveda. Adham Pranayama or belly breathing is designed to bring our breath out of our upper chest and bring it down to our belly. This form of pranayama is used traditionally in Ayurveda to calm and soothe the body, mind and spirit. It is especially beneficial during times of stress and when feeling anxious and overwhelmed. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of adham pranayama or belly breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of prana pranayama or energizing breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of vyana pranayama or expanding breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of samana pranayama or centering breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of udana pranayama or ascending breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of apana pranayama or descending breathing.
Read MorePranayama is the 4th limb of the 8 limbs of yoga. Prana means “life force” and ayama means “expansion.” Therefore pranayama means “expansion of the life force.” However, most people when they think of pranayama, they think about breathing exercises practiced in yoga. Read on to learn how to practice the pranayama technique of shitali pranayama or cooling breathing.
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