Description
Prana= Life Force/ Chi
Yama= Restraint/ control
Pranayama is the use of conscious breath techniques to enhance health and well-being.
When respiration is disturbed, the mind gets disturbed. When breath is steady and undisturbed, the mind is also steady and undisturbed. By consciously controlling respiration, the yogi attains steadiness of mind.
Hatha Pradipika II:2
Our breath is the foundation to good health. Pranayama is accessible to all people, regardless of age, physical capacity, access to resources or wealth. It is relaxing and rejuvenating and when performed properly-
Pranayama can eradicate disease.
Hatha Pradipika II:16
Common ailments that can be supported via the use of professionally guided pranayama include-
Hypertension
Diabetes
Asthma
Insomnia
Depression
Lethargy
Anxiety
Hot flushes
Digestive issues
