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Yoga Assignment ON Types of Pranayam
Yoga Assignment ON Types of Pranayam
ON
TYPES OF PRANAYAM
PRANAYAM-AN
INTRODUCTION
Pranayama- Sanskrit word for ‘control of breath’
'Prana' means breath or life force and 'ayama' means to control
A meditative practice
We consciously control our breathing in pranayama, through
various breathing techniques
The rhythm of pranic energy can be controlled
through pranayama
THREE STAGES OF PRANAYAM
Regardless of the type of pranayama breathing technique
practiced, there are always three main stages:
Puraka (inhalation through nostrils)
Kumbhaka (retention)
Rechaka (exhalation)
MORE ABOUT PRANAYAM
The best time to perform pranayama is early morning on empty
stomach
Necessary to get fresh air while performing pranayama
Various types of pranas help in keeping mind and body healthy
Channelizes energy to the 72 nadis in our body
Helps in attaining peace and self awareness
Capable of treating asthma, stress-related disorder like anxiety
and depression
HISTORY OF PRANAYAM
Counted as one of the most ancient disciplines
Famous Sage Patanjali mentioned in his Yoga Sutras
about pranayama as a foundational aspect of yoga
practice, its benefits and method of practice.
Researchers and experts of modern science support the
theories mentioned
TYPES OF PRANAYAM
NADI SHODHANA:
ALTERNATE NOSTRIL BREATHING
Hatha yoga practice which purifies the energy channels of
the body
Innovative and specialized pranayam
Brings balance in all the three doshas of the human body-
the mind, body, and soul
Various benefits if practiced daily for 10-15 times
BENEFITS
Helpful for easing racing thoughts, alleviating anxiety and
stress
Improves the ability to focus
Curbs the desire of smoking
PROCEDURE