Benefits
of
Yoga
Besides Fitness
Meditation
There are several different types of meditation. Meditation has no specific duration of time but there are several different types. Our website focuses on a few different types of breathing techniques used during meditation.
Breathing Techniques
Alternate nostril Breathing
The goal for alternative nostril breathing is to clear the mind and allow for equal amounts of oxygen to both sides of the brain
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Sit comfortably with legs crossed
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Exhale completely
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Lift right thumb to close right nostril
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Inhale through left nostril
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Close off left nostril with a finger
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Release thumb from right nostril and exhale
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Inhale through right nostril then close nostril with thumb
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Open left nostril and exhale through left
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That concludes one cycle
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Continue for 3 to 5 minutes
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Always conclude your practice with an exhale on the left nostril
Equal Breathing
The goal for equal breathing is to ensure the length of your inhale and exhale are equal. Equilibrium is good for the body.
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Sit with legs crossed and the body in a relaxed position
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Close your eyes
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Breath naturally for five to seven breaths
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Inhale slowly for a count of 5
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Pause fro a 1 count
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Exhale slowly for a count of 5
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Pause for a count of 1 then repeat the cycle
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Continue breathing pattern for 5 or more minutes
2 to 1 Breathing
The goal for this technique is to increase the length of exhalation to calm the body and mind.
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Sit comfortably with upper body aligned, don't slouch.
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Focus on deep breaths from abdomen
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Start with equal counts of inhale and exhale for a count of 3
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Start to deepen your exhalation
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When you are ready Inhale for a count of 2 and exhale for a count of 4
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Breaths should be as smooth as possible
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Do this cycle for as long as you feel comfortable