Breath/pranayama Flashcards
1
Q
Breath
A
-Natural-
*breath awareness is the first practice, then pranayama (beginners)
*goal is to extend the breath & mastery of mind
*fluctuation of mind influence energy of breath & activate different nervous systems
2
Q
4 phases of breath
A
Energizing :
1. Inhale
2. Retention
Cooling:
3. Exhalation
4. Suspension (worried about death)
3
Q
Pranayama
A
Life force extension
(Extension of prana using breath as tool)
4
Q
Breath cavities
A
1- lungs (accordion)
2- belly (diaphragm)- water balloon, moves down when you breathe
5
Q
Sama vrtti
A
Same modification breath (same count, inhale, and exhale)
6
Q
Vishma vrtti
A
Altered breathing, modification square breathing
