PranayamaAdvanced
Bhastrika
Bellows Breath
A vigorous pranayama that pumps the breath through rapid diaphragmatic movements to build heat and clarity.
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How to Perform
- 1
Sit upright with the hands on the thighs and soften the shoulders.
- 2
Take a comfortable inhale, then exhale forcefully through the nose by snapping the abdomen inward.
- 3
Allow the inhale to rebound naturally as the belly releases forward.
- 4
Continue the pumping rhythm at a steady, brisk pace for 20–30 cycles.
- 5
Pause, breathe normally, and complete up to three rounds as tolerated.
Benefits
- Invigorates the respiratory system and increases circulation.
- Generates internal warmth to clear sluggishness and lethargy.
- Sharpens mental alertness when practised in short, focused rounds.
Alignment Cues
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Common Mistakes
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Contraindications
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