Yoga for Long Life - Breath retention technique - Kumbhaka Pranayam

Yoga for Long Life.
Kumbhaka is the retention of the breath in the hatha yoga practice of pranayama. It has two types, accompanied (by breathing) whether after inhalation or after exhalation and, the ultimate aim, unaccompanied. That state is kevala kumbhaka, the complete suspension of the breath for as long as the practitioner wishes.
Kumbhaka (Retention of breath)
Whatever I learn I retain reflect and practise
Method of practice
Starting position
Sit erect in any meditative posture of ur choice place ur hands on the knees palms facing down.
Close ur eyes
Start inhaling slowly till u fell full.
Now hold ur breath for double the counts of inhalation.
Remember to hold within ur capacity
Never overdo this pranayama it may cause harm
The emphasis is on retention of breath post-inhalation
Exhale normally
Take few normal breaths before the next round.
Practice 4-5 rounds with pauses in between each round
Limitations:
Hypertension and cardic problems
Pregnancy peptic ulcers other abdominal disorders or surgery.
Lower back disorders and slipped disc.
Benefits:
There is favourable effect on the intra-thoracic and intra-pulmonary air pressures
There is increase in lung capacity.
It develops a sense of control.
It improves focus.
Do normal breathing after every 2 rounds

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