Pranayama basic knowledge

Pranayama is a breathing technique that replaces the natural rhythm of the breath with conscious prana rhythms. By obtaining more control over our breath, we gain control over our mind and our life. By acquiring the basic Pranayama knowledge, you will gain awareness of your current natural breathing and learn how to improve your breathing rhythms during the day.

In our Prana talks, you will learn all the basics of Pranayama. From how to breathe, how to sit, the stages of breath, madame Kundalini, all the way to prana effects.

Through the next pranayama talks you will find most relevant topics that you need to get familiar with before attempting to follow any pranayama exercise.

Please go through the following playlist. You will be able to come back later, in case you need to when preparing your practice.

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Prana Talk 1: Is it for me?

Prana Talk 2: How you breathe

Prana Talk 3: Belly breath

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We hope you enjoy this pranayama basic knowledge and that they are useful for you and your practice. After watching these prana introduction talks, you can go ahead and try to follow with some basic Pranayama exercises.

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Here is a beginner’s exercise for you to try

If you are interested in learning more about practicing Pranayama, please see our Pranayama Courses.