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Air Therapy

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Air Therapy

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

• Air Bath• Swar Sadhana• Massage• Exercise• Yogic Postures (Aasan)• Breathing• Pranayama

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Air Bath

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Air Bath

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

(Morning / Evening Walk)Called the BEST EXERCISE

Method• Walk in fresh air only• Don’t Talk when you Walk (Feel Oneness with Nature)• Walk with empty stomach• Healthy person: 5-7 km/day Weak person: 0.5-1 km/day (Gradually increasing)• Speed: 1 km in 10 min

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Air Bath

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

(Morning / Evening Walk)Called the BEST EXERCISE

Method• Must do deep breathing

during walking Procedure (7:4:7)

Inhale: 7 steps Hold: 4 steps Exhale: 7 steps

(For Beginners - 4:2:6)www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/

15/morning-walk_11254.jpg

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Air Bath

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

(Morning / Evening Walk)

Benefits• External/Internal cleansing• Better mental health

positive thoughts• Skin Healthy, Soft, Bright• Muscles Stronger• More blood supply to the

heart blood purification• Less pressure on heart

people of all ages can do it

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Air Bath

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

(Morning / Evening Walk)

Benefits• Walking on clean, dew

drenched grass makes eye-sight better

• Increased vital life force

images.google.com search –walking barefoot on grass

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Breathing

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Breathing

Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

• Types of Breathing• Proper Method of

Breathing• 10 Minute Breathing

Exercise• Special Therapeutic

Breathinghttp://lifecoaching.dieterpauwels.com/userfiles/image/breathing.jpg

Must be done with empty stomach

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Types of Breathing

1. Abdominal2. Thoracic3. Clavicular4. Thoraco-Abdominal

(Yogic)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg

Must be done with empty stomach

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Abdominal

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Sit in meditative posture OR Lie in Shavasana

• Relax the entire body• Breathe normally• Place right hand on the

abdomen

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 12Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Place right hand on the abdomen• Inhale Right hand should move out• Exhale Right hand should move in

Try not to expand chest or move shoulders

Inhaling

Exhaling

http://www.lifeandibd.org/images/abdominal_full_deep_breathing.jpg

Abdominal1

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 13Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

Breathe slowly & deeply through abdomen with full awareness

Continue for 2 minutes

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Exhaling

Inhaling

Try not to expand chest

or move shoulders

Abdominal1

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 14Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Sit in meditative posture (back straight, neck straight, hands in the lap, smile on the face)• Relax the entire body• Breathe normally• Focus on chest motion

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Thoracic2

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• Inhale by slowly expanding the rib cage

• Feel movement of individual ribs outwards and upwards

• Expand the chest as much as possible

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://yoganonymous.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/yoga-breathing-tips.png

Thoracic2

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• Exhale by relaxing the chest muscles

• Feel the rib cage contracting

• Force air out of lungs

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

Breathe slowly and deeply through the chest with

total awareness

Continue for 2 minutes

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Thoracic2

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Clavicular(Advanced step of thoracic breathing)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Sit in meditative posture OR Lie in Shavasana

• Relax the entire body• Do thoracic breathing a few

times

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 18Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Inhale Expand the ribs• When ribs are fully

expanded

Inhale little more Shoulders & Collar Bone

should move up slightly

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Clavicular(Advanced step of thoracic breathing)

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 19Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Exhale slowly First releasing the

lower neck and upper chest

Then relax rest of the rib cage

Continue for 2 minutes

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Clavicular(Advanced step of thoracic breathing)

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(Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Inhale First abdomen

expands Then rib cage/chest

expands Finally collar bone

and shoulders move uphttp://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png

Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic)4

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 21Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Exhale First lower neck and

upper chest relax Then rest of the rib

cage contracts Finally abdomen

contracts abdominal wall is pulled inwards towards the spine

http://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png

(Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing)

Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic)4

Entire movement should be harmonious & flowingContinue for 5 minutes

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 22Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

Balloon Concept

This explains the sequence of thoracic & abdominal movements

http://www.rachelyoga.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/breathing-mechanism-demonstration.jpeg-293x300.jpg

Expiration Inspiration

(Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing)

Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic)4

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 23Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

Used in most Pranayamas

Benefits • Gain control of breath• Correct poor breathing

habits• Increase oxygen intake• Useful in calming the

nerves during high stress and anger

http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg

(Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing)

Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic)4

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Proper Method of Breathing

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Proper Method of Breathing

http://www.energybalancing.com/health/breath.html.

• Proper breathing is the very essence of life.

• Proper deep breathing is a natural way to increase energy & enjoyment of life

• Regulates heartbeat• Proper oxygen intake,

enabling proper activities• Facilitates removal of ~70%

body wastes

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Proper Method of Breathing

http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

• Sit with back straight (or lie down)• Palms on your lap• Eyes closed• Take time to relax your

body & breathe freely• Breathe through nose only

feel nasal hairs & mucous

membrane are filtering dust & toxins from inhaled air

http://sp.life123.com/bm.pix/breathing-exercises.s600x600.jpg

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Proper Method of Breathing

http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

• Next, as you breathe, both your chest & abdomen have to move in sequence

• If only chest seems to rise & fall

(i) your breathing is shallow(ii) you are not making good use of lower part of lungs

http://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png

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Proper Method of Breathing

http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

Sequence of movements

• Inhale

abdomen moves out (seems like stomach is bulging out)

chest expands slightly3.bp.blogspot.com/_O8LPPqIMOrc/S7l_cWc-oCI/AAAAAAAACdE/FHmN66T63BI/s1600/Abdominal-Diaphragmatic-Breathing-Exercises-Technique-Benefits-Instructions-Definition-Abdominal-Rib-Cage-

%2BMuscles-Workouts-Health-Fitness-Tips-Facts-Healthy-Lifestyle.jpg

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Proper Method of Breathing

http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

Sequence of movements

• Exhale

chest contracts slightly

abdomen comes back in (just like a balloon releasing all its air)

This inhale & exhale process should continue comfortably & smoothly

http://www.rachelyoga.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/breathing-mechanism-demonstration.jpeg-293x300.jpg

Expiration Inspiration

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10 Minute Breathing Exercise

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 31Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Benefits• Obesity• Asthma• Diabetes• Gastric Problems –

constipation, indigestion• Natural Breathing is

attained• Vital life force is activated• Immunity is enhanced

10 Min Breathing Exercise

http://www.applesandpeanutbutter.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/20100127-Lifestyle-changes-to

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 32Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Contraindication(Not to be done by)• High BP / Hypertension• Hyper Acidity / Gastric

Ulcer• Hernia• During Pregnancy• At least 6 months after

surgery

10 Min Breathing Exercise

http://www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/22/TypesGastric_20101.jpg

Must be done with empty stomach

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10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method1. Slow abdominal breathing – 10 times

2. Rapid abdominal breathing – 10 times

3. Look towards the sky and rapid abdominal breathing – 10 times

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method

4. Look straight – focus your eyes at 5 ft distance – rapid abdominal breathing 10 times

5. Roll your tongue – inhale from mouth – fill air in the mouth - move air in the mouth – exhale from nostrils – repeat 3 times

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method

6. Bend body forward from the waist at 30° - Rapid abdominal breathing 10 times

7. Bend body forward from the waist at 90° - Rapid abdominal breathing 10 times

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method8. Bend body forward from the waist at 30° - Do Agnisar Kriya, i.e. Exhale completely – hold the breath – move abdomen in-and-out 10 times

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method9. Bend body forward from the waist at 90° - Do Agnisar Kriya, i.e. Exhale completely – hold the breath – move abdomen in-and-out 10 timesMuni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen

(Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 38Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method10. Uddyan BandhBend both the legs from the knees (like sitting on chair) – palms just above the knees – exhale completely – hold the breath

10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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May 26, 2012 www.dsvv.ac.in 39Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

Method10. Uddyan BandhPull the abdominal muscles towards the spine – hold for few seconds – inhale and repeat the process – continue 3 times

10 Min Breathing Exercise

Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

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Special Therapeutic Breathing

http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg

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Special Therapeutic Breathing

1. Ujjayi Breathing2. Bhastrika Breathing3. Install Breathing4. Virechan Breathing5. Seetkari Breathing6. Breathing Techniques for Increasing Lung Volume

http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg

Must be done with empty stomach

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Ujjayi Breathing(The Psychic Breath)

Benefits• Soothing effect on nervous

system• Tranquilizing effect (calms &

relieves anxiety)• Removes disorders of DHATU

(7 constituents of body: blood, bone, bone marrow,

fat, skin, flesh, semen)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://www.hypnosis-review-quarterly.com/images/pranayam.jpg

http://www.lifepositive.com/body/yoga/grfx/ujjayi.jpg

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Benefits• Helps to relieve insomnia• Effective in thyroid

problem• Helpful in high blood

pressure

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://www.hypnosis-review-quarterly.com/images/pranayam.jpg

http://www.lifepositive.com/body/yoga/grfx/ujjayi.jpg

Ujjayi Breathing(The Psychic Breath)

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Bhastrika Breathing

Benefits• Balances & strengthens

nervous system• Removes diseases of

DOSHAS (vaat, pitta, kaph)• Helpful in asthma & other

lung disorders• Helps to remove throat

inflammation & phlegm accumulation

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Benefits Because of rapid exchange

of air in lungs, there is in exchange of O2 & CO2 in &

out of blood stream

• Stimulates metabolic rate• Produces heat• Flushes out waste & toxins

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_2Rx_KM0rrsE/Sgr2AoTXpwI/AAAAAAAAAzA/vncDX_V5KAU/bhastrika_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg

Bhastrika Breathing2

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Benefits Rapid & rhythmic

movement of diaphragm

• Massages & stimulates visceral (vital) organs

• Tones the digestive system

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg

Bhastrika Breathing2

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Virechan & Install Breathing

Benefits• Beneficial in sinus /

nasal blockage• Beneficial in respiratory

problems like asthmahttp://www.artbible.net/3JC/-Joh-08,12_Light_of_the_world_

Lumiere_du_monde/21%20NATURE%20SOLEIL%20VENT.jpg

3&4

Contraindication for Virechan Kriya (not to be done by)Epistaxis (Bleeding Nose)

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Seetkari Breathing

Benefits• Cools body & mind• Reduces mental &

emotional excitement• Regulates body

temperature• Induces muscular

relaxation

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

images.google.com search – teeth clenched

Breathe In

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Benefits• Control on hunger &

thirst• Reduces blood pressure• Reduces acidity• Keeps teeth and gums

healthy

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

images.google.com search – teeth clenched

Breathe In

Seetkari Breathing5

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Breathing Techniques for increasing Lung Volume

1. Hand Stretching2. Spring Movement3. Lion Breathing

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Concept of Pranayama

http://yoga-connection.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/Benefits-of-Pranayama.jpg

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama MudraBandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Concept of Pranayama

The word “pranayama” consists of 2 parts

Prana + Ayama

Prana means ‘vital energy’ or ‘life force’It is the force existing in all animate & inanimate things( It is subtler than air / O2 )

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

3.bp.blogspot.com/_dvdft052fS4/SM3qmO9_nrI/AAAAAAAAACI/8lIIciemMfc/s320/Mrigi+Mudra+Pranayama.jpg

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Concept of Pranayama

The word “pranayama” consists of 2 parts

Prana + Ayama

Ayama means ‘extension’ or ‘expansion’

Pranayama means

expansion of dimension of Prana

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

meditation-yoga.in/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Pranayama.jpg

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Concept of Pranayama

Pranayama utilizes breathing to influence flow of Prana in nadis (energy channels) of pranamaya kosh* (energy body)

*(According to yogic physiology, human framework consists of five bodies or sheaths – 1. Annamaya Kosh: food or material; 2. Manomaya Kosh: mental; 3. Pranamaya Kosh: vital energy; 4. Vigyanamaya Kosh: psychic or higher mental; 5. Anandamaya Kosh: bliss)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Concept of Pranayama

Pranayama utilizes breathing to influence flow of Prana in nadis (energy channels) of pranamaya kosh (energy body)

Pranayama should not be considered as mere breathing exercise aimed at introducing extra O2 in

lungs

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Concept of Pranayama

4 aspects of Pranayama

1. Poorak (Inhalation)2. Rechak (Exhalation)3. Antar Kumbhak (Internal

Breath Retention)4. Bahir Kumbhak (External

Breath Retention)(The most important part of

Pranayama is Kumbhak or Breath Retention)

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Concept of Pranayama

Practice of Pranayama influences flow of Prana in Nadis

purifying, regulating & activating the Nadis

inducing physical & mental stability

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Concept of Pranayama

Anulom Vilom Pranayama

(1 cycle)

• Inhale from left nostril• Hold (close both nostrils)• Exhale from right nostril• Inhale from right nostril• Hold (close both nostrils)• Exhale from left nostril

Ratio – 1:4:2

Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

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Reference Books

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• Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

• Dr. H. K. Bakhru, “A Complete Handbook of Nature Cure – Edition 4”, Jaico Publishing House:Mumbai, 2006.

• M. K. Gandhi, “Key to Health”, Navjivan Publishing House:Ahmedabad, 2005.

• Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya, “Diagnose, Cure and Empower Yourself by Currents of Breath – 2nd Edition”, Translated By Dr. Rajani Joshi, Shri Vedmata Gayatri Trust, Shantikunj:Haridwar, 2010.

Reference Books (English)

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• Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Praakritik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

• Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya, “Asan Pranayam Se Adhi Vyadhi Nivaran (Hindi)”, Editor – Brahmavarchas, Yug Nirman Yojna:Mathura, 2005.

• Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya, “Chikitsa Upachar Ke Vividh Ayam (Hindi)”, Editor – Brahmavarchas, Akhand Jyoti Sansthan:Mathura, 1998. (Pandit Shriram Sharma Acharya Vangamaya Number 40)

• Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha (Hindi)”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2005.

Reference Books (Hindi)

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Websites

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• http://www.ccryn.org/(Indian Government – AYUSH)

• http://indianmedicine.nic.in/naturopathy.asp(Indian Government - AYUSH)

• http://punenin.org/(Indian Government – Bapu Bhavan)

• http://nccam.nih.gov/health/naturopathy/(US Government – Clinical trials and research papers)

• http://arogyamandir.org/(Arogya Mandir, Gorakhpur – Vitthaldas Modi)

• http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naturopathy

Websites

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