Bhastrika Pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama Introduction Bhastrika is a vigorous, bellows-type yogic breathing practice used to energize the body, clear the nadīs, and increase respiratory drive and alertness. Unlike Kapalabhati (active exhale / passive inhale), Bhastrika involves active inhalation and active exhalation in a rapid, rhythmic cycle and is sometimes followed by breath retention and bandha application in […]
Bhastrika Pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama In Sanskrit Bhastrika means ‘bellows’. Rapid succession of forcible expulsion is a characteristic feature of Bhastrika. Just as a blacksmith blows his bellows rapidly, so also you should move your breath rapidly. Sit on Padmasana. Keep the body, neck and head erect. Close the mouth. Next, inhale and exhale quickly ten times like […]