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![ Breathing techniques help control prana in different ways.
This strengthens the lungs and balances the nervous
system, preparing the body to hold the breath [retention].
Practicing pranayama on a regular basis regulates energy
flow to the 72 thousand nadis [channels through which
consciousness flows] in our body, helping us improve our
wellbeing.
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Pranayama
Pranayama is the fourth limb of Ashtanga Yoga and refers to techniques for controlling the life force energy (prana) through breath control. There are various types of pranayama that have benefits like improving lung capacity, balancing the nervous system, and regulating energy flow through the body. Regular practice of pranayama can improve overall health and well-being while also preparing one for deeper states of meditation and concentration. Pranayama should be practiced with discipline and under the guidance of a qualified teacher to avoid potential complications.
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- 1. PRANAYAMA 1 Presented By Dr. MukeshKumar M.D. Scholar
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- 3. “rfLeu~lfr’oklç’okl;®xZfrfoPNsn%çk.kk;ke% AA” AAप.यो.-2/49AA Fourthstep of Ashtanga Yoga Compound word – “prana” + “ayama” Prana = pra (prefix) + an (to breathe, to live) “prana” is life‐force, the cosmic vital energy “ayama” means to stretch, expand, control Pranayama is to expand and control prana Breath is a gross manifestation of prana, usually equated with prana In ancient time, to increase longevity, our sages formulate some technique to achieve highest goal of life i.e. renunciation 3
- 4. Breathing techniqueshelp control prana in different ways. This strengthens the lungs and balances the nervous system, preparing the body to hold the breath [retention]. Practicing pranayama on a regular basis regulates energy flow to the 72 thousand nadis [channels through which consciousness flows] in our body, helping us improve our wellbeing. 4
- 5. Diaphragm separatesthe thoracic area from the abdominal area When diaphragm moves down, chest and ribcage expand, bringing in air into the lungs When diaphragm returns to the resting position, air expelled from lungs Three phases of breathing: diaphragmatic, thoracic, clavicular Diaphragmatic breathing most efficient ‐ infants use it naturally Yogic, complete breath exercises all three areas of lungs Compression of abdominal muscles can empty the lungs further 5
- 6. Pooraka: Breathein - Inhalation Rechaka: Breathe out – Exhalation Kumbhaka: Hold the air inside the body Bahya Kumbhaka(Shunyaka): This is opposite Kumbhaka. Air is exhaled and held at that condition. Prana: Oxygen in general is called Prana. However based on purpose and area in the body, they are called by 5 different names (Maha Prana) Prana: From throat to heart Apana: Umblical (Naabhi) to toes Vyana: Energy in entire body and its cells. Udana: Throat upwards Samana: In between heart and Umblical (Naabhi) 6 AA iÛ ;®Û 2@51AA
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- 8. घेरंड संfहता केप्राणायाम lfgr% lw;ZHksn’p mTtk;h ’khryh HkfL=dk Hkzkejh ewPNkZ d¢oyh pk"VdqfEHkdk%AA ||घे.स.५/४६|| 1. Sahita 2. Suryabhedana 3. Ujjayi 4. Sheetli 5. Bhastrika 6. Bhramari 7. Murcha 8. Kevali हठ प्रदीपिका के प्राणायाम lw;ZHksnueqTtk;h lhRdkjh ‘’khryh rFkk A HkfL=dk Hkzkejh ewPNkZ IykfouhR;"V dqEHkdk%AA ||ह.प्र.२/४४|| 1. Suryabhedana 2. Ujjayi 3. Sheetkari 4. Sheetli 5. Bhastrika 6. Bhramari 7. Murcha 8. Plavini 8
- 9. Type of Pranayama:-(Mattra & Kala) STAGES POORAKA KUMBHAKA RECHAKA Uttama 20 80 40 Madhyama 16 64 32 Adhama 12 48 24 9 ||घे.स.5/54||
- 10. “pysokrs pya fpÙakfu’pys fu’pya Hkosr~ A ;ksxh LFkk.kqRoekIuksfrrrksok;aq fujks?k;sr~ AA” ||ह.प्र. 2/2|| “çk.kk;kesu ;qDrsu loZjksx{k;ks Hkosr~ A v;qDrkH;kl;ksxsu loZjksxleqn~~Hko% AA” ||ह.प्र. 2/16|| 10
- 11. Method BENEFITS: This is also seasonal pranayama by doing this body temperature rises during the winter season this is to be done and, whenever we are suffering from cold it is to be practiced. 11 12
- 12. Method Benefit Curesthyroid related problem like snoring. Improves sound quality. Hence very useful for singers and stage performers. Cures sinus related diseases. 12
- 13. Method:- Benefits: Itcools the body. Good for teeth and gums. and It cures pyorrhea. 13
- 14. Method Benefits Coolsthe body Cures acidity and hypertension Relieves indigestion and disorders of the bile Improves health of eyes and skin Cures tonsillitis. 14
- 15. Method Benefit Curessinus related diseases like cold, cough, asthma etc. Cures throat related diseases like Thyroid and Tonsils 15
- 16. Method Benefit Withthe practice of this Pranayama the mind becomes steady. It is beneficial in conditions like mental tension, agitation, high blood pressure, heart disease etc. It is also useful for meditation. 16
- 17. Murcha Pranayama Method Benefit It make the mind inactive or senseless, so it cut off the mind from outer world and helps the practitioner to perform meditation. 17
- 18. Method Benefit Practitionersof Plavini Pranayama can pass several days without food or water. 18
- 19. Doesn’t requireany special equipment Can be integrated into daily life Can be done by most patients Can be done in healthy person Can be teach in shorter time Can be used with other practices Cost effective 19
- 20. Needs : Regularity Discipline Dedication Determination Comprehension Lack of qualified teachers ( in absence complication can arise like Vatik disorders described in classics.) 20
- 21. Pranayama practiceincreases life. Ex. Breathing system/min life span Dog 30-34 times 12-15 yrs Horse 24-26 times 20-30 yrs Human 12-18 time 80-100 yrs Snake 8-10 time 120-150 yrs Tortoise 4–6 times 300 -500 yrs Provide relaxation to body and mind Improves:- Blood Circulation, Concentration, Digestion, Lungs capacity and Energy levels Beneficial in prevention and management of :- Blood pressure, Stress, Anxiety, Stomach disorders, Hyperacidity Depression, Heart problems, Cancer and so many health issues. 21
- 22. Art ofliving – Sudarshan kriya Vipasana – awareness to breathing Patanjali ( Baba Ramdev ) – different technique of kapal bhati and Anulom Vilom, Udgeeth pranayama 22
- 23. Method Benefit Withthe practice of this Pranayama the mind becomes steady, relieves tension and improves concentration power. 23
- 24. Method Benefit Obesity,diabetes, constipation, acidity etc. 24
- 25. Pranayama isa technique or process for stilling of mind. By performing pranayama, one can achieve healthy body and mind. By increases Prana ( Vital force ) one can enjoy a healthy life ( if seen in present context) and can lead a path for higher level of renunciation. Some rules are there, for performing which should be followed like observance of Yama and Niyama etc. It can be followed as therapeutic procedures in some conditions. 25
- 26. Hath yogpardipika,Tripathi Harihar Prasad, Chaukhamba Parkashan,Varanasi Gherand Samhita, Sharma Raghwa Raghuvendra, Chaukhamba Sanskrit Partisthan, Delhi Light on the yoga sutras of patanjali, B.K.S.Iyengar, Harper Collins Publishers limited, London Light on Pranayama, B.K.S. Iyengar, Harper Collins Publishers limited, London Paranayama, Vivekananda kendra prakashan trust, Chennai 26
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