What is pranayama?
“Prana” is the power that gives strength to our minds and keeps our bodies alive. “Prana” refers to our life force and “Aayam” means to regulate. If the life force is strong then the mind remains happy, peaceful, and enthusiastic.
Benefits of pranayama
Relieves stress
Helps you burn calories
Induces peace and relaxation
Balance your heart rate
Build lungs capacity
Calms the body and mind
Types of pranayama
Bhastrika Pranayama (Breath of fire):- Meaning of Bhastrika the “blower” means a tool used by a blacksmith to increase the flame of coal. Pranayama means expanding the air of life. Air is exhaled rapidly like a bellows for breathing, and at the same time, the breath is taken inward with the same speed. It brings peace to one's body and mind.
Benefits of bhastrika pranayama: - Bhastrika Pranayama can be beneficial in relieving these three doshas Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.
It improves blood circulation
Helps to stronger the lungs
Improves your concentration
Increase appetite
Cure asthma, headache, migraine, neurological problems, and depression
Keep away the heart-related problem
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