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Abdominal Breathing : Abdominal or diaphragmatic breathing is practiced by enhancing the action of the diaphragm and minimizing the action of the rib cage. Movement of the diaphragm signifies that the lower lobes of the lungs are being utilized. Abdominal breathing is the most natural and efficient way to breathe.
Kapalbhati Pranayama : Image Not Available Kapalbhati should not be practiced by those suffering from heart disease, high blood pressure, vertigo, epilepsy, stroke, hernia or gastric ulcer.
Nadi Kapalbhati purifies ida and pingala nadies, and also removes sensory distractions from the mind. It is used to energies the mind for mental work, to remove sleepiness and to prepare the mind for meditation. For spiritual aspirants, this practice arrests thoughts and visions.
Jalandhara Bandha : Jalandhara bandha compresses the carotid sinuses , which are located on the carotid arteries, the main arteries in the neck. These sinuses help to regulate the circulatory and respiratory systems.
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