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What is Pranayama? | Best Pranayama Explanation with Michaël Bijker

Michael Bijker - Life Awareness Project · 8:50

In this practice

Key teachings

  • Understanding Pranayama beyond mere physical breathing
  • Pranayama as a technique to realize higher consciousness and being
  • Regulation of vital life force (prana) through breathwork

Ideal for

  • Beginners interested in breathwork and yoga philosophy
  • Practitioners seeking a deeper understanding of Pranayama
  • Anyone looking to incorporate mindful breathing into their routine

Lesson

Instructions

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What is Pranayama? Michaël Bijker takes a deeper look into breathing techniques in pranayama practice. These wonderful breathing practices are more than just bringing air in and out of the body. It is a technique with which we can realize the highest of our Being...

Michaël

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Steps

  • Diaphragmatic breathing (abdominal breathing)
  • Introduction to Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
  • Principles of breath retention (Kumbhaka)

Benefits

  • Enhanced mental clarity and focus
  • Stress reduction and calming of the nervous system
  • Increased awareness and spiritual connection
  • Improved respiratory function

Practice summary

Level
all levels
Duration
15 minutes
Equipment
None
Target areas
Respiratory systemNervous systemMind and consciousness
Energy
balancing

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