May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in1 Air Therapy
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in2 Air Therapy Dr. Rakesh Jindal,
Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi), Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar,
2005. Air Bath Swar Sadhana Massage Exercise Yogic Postures (Aasan)
Breathing Pranayama
http://www.applesandpeanutbutter.net/wp-content/
uploads/2010/01/20100127-Lifestyle-changes-to
-help-boost-your-immunity-POSTED.jpg http://ingraham.ca/resources/
images/man-self-massaging.jpg..
http://myhealthguardian.com/wp-content/ uploads/2009/09/stamina.jpg
www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/
copd/images/photos/man-stretching.jpg
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in3 Air Bath
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Slide 4
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in4 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 Dont 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in5 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)
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in6 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in7 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in8 Breathing
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Slide 9
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in9 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 Breathing
http://lifecoaching.dieterpauwels.com/userfiles/image/breathing.jpg
Must be done with empty stomach
Slide 10
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in10 Types of Breathing 1.Abdominal
2.Thoracic 3.Clavicular 4.Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) Swami
Satyananda Saraswati, Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Yoga
Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.
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2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Must be done with empty
stomach
Slide 11
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in11 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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1
Slide 12
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in12 Swami 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
Abdominal 1
Slide 13
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in13 Swami 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
Abdominal 1
Slide 14
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in14 Swami 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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Thoracic 2
Slide 15
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in15 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 Thoracic 2
Slide 16
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in16 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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uploads/2010/09/yoga-breathing-tips.png Thoracic 2
Slide 17
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in17 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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3
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in18 Swami 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) 3
Slide 19
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in19 Swami 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) 3
Slide 20
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in20 (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 up
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Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) 4
Slide 21
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in21 Swami 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 & flowing
Continue for 5 minutes
Slide 22
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in22 Swami Satyananda Saraswati, Asana
Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar,
2006. Balloon Concept This explains the sequence of thoracic &
abdominal movements
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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, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in23 Swami 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
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2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg (Combination of Thoracic,
Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing) Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic)
4
Slide 24
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in24 Proper Method of Breathing
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in25 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in26 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
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Slide 27
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in27 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
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in28 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 slightly
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in29 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
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12/breathing-mechanism-demonstration.jpeg-293x300.jpg Expiration
Inspiration
Slide 30
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in30 10 Minute Breathing Exercise
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in31 Muni 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
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in32 Muni 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
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22/TypesGastric_20101.jpg Must be done with empty stomach
Slide 33
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in33 10 Min Breathing Exercise Muni
Kishanlal, Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi), Jain Vishwa
Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Method 1. 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.
Slide 34
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in34 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.
Slide 35
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in35 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.
Slide 36
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in36 10 Min Breathing Exercise Muni
Kishanlal, Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi), Jain Vishwa
Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Method 8. 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.
Slide 37
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in37 10 Min Breathing Exercise Muni
Kishanlal, Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi), Jain Vishwa
Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Method 9. Bend body forward from
the waist at 90 - 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.
Slide 38
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in38 Muni Kishanlal, Prekshadhyan :
Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi), Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.
Method 10. Uddyan Bandh Bend 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.
Slide 39
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in39 Muni Kishanlal, Prekshadhyan :
Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi), Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.
Method 10. Uddyan Bandh Pull 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.
Slide 40
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in40 Special Therapeutic Breathing
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Slide 41
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in41 Special Therapeutic Breathing 1.
Ujjayi Breathing 2. Bhastrika Breathing 3. Install Breathing 4.
Virechan Breathing 5. Seetkari Breathing 6. Breathing Techniques
for Increasing Lung Volume
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2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Must be done with empty
stomach
Slide 42
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in42 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
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in43 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) 1
Slide 44
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in44 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. 2
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in45 Benefits Because of rapid exchange
of air in lungs, there is in exchange of O 2 & CO 2 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/AAAA
AAAAAzA/vncDX_V5KAU/bhastrika_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg Bhastrika Breathing
2
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in46 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 Breathing
2
Slide 47
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in47 Virechan & Install Breathing
Benefits Beneficial in sinus / nasal blockage Beneficial in
respiratory problems like asthma
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Lumiere_du_monde/21%20NATURE%20SOLEIL%20VENT.jpg 3&43&4
Contraindication for Virechan Kriya (not to be done by) Epistaxis
(Bleeding Nose)
Slide 48
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in48 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 5
Slide 49
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in49 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 Breathing 5
Slide 50
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in50 Breathing Techniques for
increasing Lung Volume 1. Hand Stretching 2. Spring Movement 3.
Lion Breathing
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1195215591,9/stock-photo-two-fists-isolated-on-white-
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in51 Concept of Pranayama
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Swami Satyananda Saraswati, Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Yoga
Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.
Slide 52
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in52 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 / O 2 ) Swami Satyananda
Saraswati, Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Yoga Publications
Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.
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AAACI/8lIIciemMfc/s320/Mrigi+Mudra+Pranayama.jpg
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in53 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.
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in54 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in55 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 O
2 in lungs Swami Satyananda Saraswati, Asana Pranayama Mudra
Bandha, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.
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Slide 56
May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in56 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.
http://www.yoga.lu/pictures/pranayama_montage.jpg
yoga-connection.com/blog/wp-content/
uploads/2011/03/Benefits-of-Pranayama.jpg
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in57 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in58 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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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in59 Reference Books
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in60 Swami Satyananda Saraswati, Asana
Pranayama Mudra Bandha, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar,
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in61 Dr. Rakesh Jindal, Praakritik
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May 26, 2012www.dsvv.ac.in62 Websites
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