PranayamaAdvanced
Pratiloma
Pratiloma Pranayama
A breath practice alternating between nostril breathing and gentle retention to balance the nervous system.
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How to Perform
- 1
Sit comfortably with the spine tall and shoulders relaxed.
- 2
Inhale through both nostrils, then close the right and exhale through the left.
- 3
Inhale through the left nostril, close both lightly for a brief pause, then exhale through the right.
- 4
Continue alternating sides with calm, even breaths.
- 5
Keep the pauses comfortable, resuming natural breathing if strain appears.
Benefits
- Calms the mind and steadies the breath after active asana work.
- Trains smooth transitions between inhalation, retention, and exhalation.
- Builds lung capacity without aggressive effort.
Alignment Cues
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Common Mistakes
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Contraindications
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