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Calming Pranayama Yoga

Beginner II
(83 Reviews)
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This pranayama yoga class calms the nervous system using a series of yoga breathing exercises, including deep breathing (diaphragmatic breathing) - which combines the belly, mid-chest and upper chest breaths - and alternate nostril breathing, or Anulom Vilom. The alternate nostril breath is a challenging breathing technique, so don't be surprised if you find it difficult the first few times. This class is great to do before bed or when you need to relax.

Equipment

  • None

Focus

  • Stress/Anxiety
  • Sleep/Relaxation

Style

  • Gentle Yoga
  • Hatha Yoga
  • Pranayama Yoga
Sebastiantanner94
January 21, 2019
Comment:

I don't think I have ever sweat from a pranayama practice until this one. This was very challenging! I almost made it through without having to do extra breathing! Another challenge I will have to start!
One question, when breathing in you say we should start with the belly, ribs, then chest, is there a way we should be breathing out? In a similar manner or just relax everything?
Thanks, David!

Comment Replies

David Procyshyn
January 22, 2019
Comment:

Ha! Sounds like you moved some energy!
The breath out doesn't matter - just do it as you like. The important part is exhaling fully.
Onward! :-)

byootie
January 20, 2019
Comment:

I love these pranayama videos. I felt very challenged on the 12 count breaths but I know eventually I can improve.

Luna.Fjora
January 20, 2019
Comment:

Excellent exercice for our lung capacity but the 12 seconds were challenging for me. I am wondering if we get better with practice? Thank you.

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