Pranayama Practice: Apana Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Apana Pranayama (Audio Recording)

In 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Bhastrika Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Bhastrika Pranayama (Audio Recording)

Bhastrika 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Bhramari Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Bhramari Pranayama (Audio Recording)

The 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Shitali Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Shitali Pranayama (Audio Recording)

The 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Kapalabhati Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Kapalabhati Pranayama (Audio Recording)

The 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Ujjayi Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Ujjayi Pranayama (Audio Recording)

The 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Adham Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Pranayama Practice: Adham Pranayama (Audio Recording)

Adham 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.

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Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (Audio Recording)

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Nadi Shodhana Pranayama (Audio Recording)

Nadi Shodhana is the most important and revered pranayama practice in Ayurveda. It is considered balancing for every dosha because it balances both sides of the body. Listen to our audio recording of how to practice the pranayama technique of nadi shodhana or alternate-nostril breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Prana Breath

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Pranayama Practice: Prana Breath

Pranayama 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Vyana Breath

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Pranayama Practice: Vyana Breath

Pranayama 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Samana Breath

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Pranayama Practice: Samana Breath

Pranayama 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Udana Breath

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Pranayama Practice: Udana Breath

Pranayama 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Apana Breath

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Pranayama Practice: Apana Breath

Pranayama 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.

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Pranayama Practice: Shitali

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Pranayama Practice: Shitali

Pranayama 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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Pranayama Practice: Ujjayi

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Pranayama Practice: Ujjayi

Pranayama 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 ujjayi pranayama or victorious breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Bhramari

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Pranayama Practice: Bhramari

Pranayama 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 bhramari pranayama or bubble bee breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Bhastrika

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Pranayama Practice: Bhastrika

Pranayama 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 bhastrika pranayama or bellows breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Kapalabhati

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Pranayama Practice: Kapalabhati

Pranayama 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 kapalabhati pranayama or skull shining breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Adham Pranayama

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Pranayama Practice: Adham Pranayama

Pranayama 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 adham pranayama or belly breathing.

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Pranayama Practice: Nadi Shodhana

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Pranayama Practice: Nadi Shodhana

Pranayama 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 nadi shodana or alternate-nostril breathing.

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