Shitkari Pranayam / Shitkari breathing
This pranayam has very similar benefits like Shitali Pranayam. This is also a very cool pranayam gives your body internal coolness. Method : 1. Sit comfortable in Padmasana (Crossed legs position) 2. Keep your teeth together and place your tongue on your upper jaw 3. Inhale through your mouth and feel the cool air passing through your teeth and throat 4. Close your mouth and eyes and hold your breath for few seconds 5. Exhale through your nose 6. Repeat 5-10 times Benefits : It has very similar benefits like Shitali Pranayam. It brings down body temperature. If you are thirsty and at the place where no water is available, practice of this pranayam controls your thrust. Caution : This Pranayam should not be practiced in case of heavy cough or cold, asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis and low blood pressure.
Shitali Pranayam / Shitali breathing
This is a very cool form of breathing. The regular practice of this pranayam cools down your mind and body. This specific is very useful in summer time. Method : 1. Sit straight in Padmasana (Crossed legs position) 2. Roll your tongue in a form of tube 3. Breathe in through your tongue tube 4. When you finish inhaling, draw your tongue in and hold your breath for while 5. Exhale through your nose 6. Repeat this practice 5-10 times Note : If not possible to make a tube with your tongue, go for Shitkari Pranayam which has similar benefits like Shitali Breathing. Benefits : This practice helps to cooling down your mind and body. The regular practice of this breathing style is helpful in reliving acidity, hypertension and purifying your blood. It gives natural glow on your face. Caution : This Pranayam should not be practiced in case of…
Rules of Pranayama
Like any other exercise, Pranayama should be performed in empty stomach Pranayama should be performed before Asanas (Physical Yoga poses) or any other physical exercise Pranayama should be performed sitting in Padmasana, Sidhasana, Sukhasana or Vajrasana Initially start with 5-10 minutes of Pranayama exercise and gradually increase the time. Do not retain your breathe so long if you does not feel comfortable. It is important to free your mind from all your thoughts and think positive while exercising Pranayama poses. Positive thinking creates positive energy in your body.
Kapalbhati Pranayam
Benefits of Kapalbhati: It is one of the most important Pranayams. ‘Kapal’ means forehead and ‘Bhati’ means shining so the practice which gives you shiny face is “Kapalbhati’ pranayam. It balances a complete body. Daily practice of ‘Kapalbhati’ makes you permanent healthy. Helpful in : – Thyroid – Diabetes – Stomach problems – Snoring – Obesity – Asthma – Bronchitis – Piyaria – Abdominal disorders – Pancreas – Liver – Improves respiratory system – Any skin disorder Precautions: – Those with high blood pressure or heart problem should stricktly avoid this exercise. – During pregnancy and menstruation this pranayam should be strictly avoided. – Patients should not practice this exercise during asthma attack. – Stop immediately in case of any discomfort. Method 1. Sit comfortably in Padmasana (Crossed leg position) with straight back. Place your hands on knees facing sky. 2. Take a deep breathe through…