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This is an actual ancient yogic breathing techniquealled the Dirgha Pranayama! #avatar2 #breath #new

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In this practice

Key teachings

  • Three-part breath (Dirgha Pranayama)
  • Mindful breath awareness
  • Pranayama principles

Ideal for

  • Beginners to pranayama
  • Individuals seeking stress relief
  • Anyone looking to deepen their breath practice

Lesson

Steps

  • Dirgha Pranayama (abdominal, thoracic, clavicular breathing)
  • Controlled inhalation and exhalation
  • Diaphragmatic breathing

Benefits

  • Calms the nervous system
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Increases lung capacity and oxygenation
  • Improves focus and concentration

Practice summary

Level
all levels
Duration
10 minutes
Equipment
yoga matcushion or blanket (for comfortable seating)
Target areas
LungsDiaphragmRespiratory systemNervous system
Energy
calming

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