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Posts Tagged ‘breathing’

How to Do Pilates Breathing Like a Pro

By Sarah Stockett
sarah stockett practicing pilates breathing

Whether you have aches + pains, are trying to recover from an injury, or just want to learn Pilates; start with Pilates breathing.

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Reduce Anxiety Just by Breathing! Here’s How.

By Sarah Stockett
woman practicing nadi shodhana pranayama

Did you know yogis use a breathing technique that reduces anxiety and calms your thoughts, mind, and body? Here’s how to practice Nadi Shodhana pranayama.

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Beat the Heat! Cool Yourself Down with Chandra Bhedana, the Cooling Breath

By Sarah Stockett
chandra bhedana cooling breath

In Chandra Bhedana, the cooling breath, you inhale through the left nostril. Notice how your mind slows, you feel mentally soothed, and your body cools.

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Build Body Heat with Surya Bhedana–The Sun Breath

By Sarah Stockett
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In Surya Bhedana, we inhale through the right nostril, which increases body heat. This is why this breathing technique is called “sun breath.”

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Take Your Yoga Practice to the Next Level with Antara Kumbhaka and Bahya Kumbhaka

By Sarah Stockett
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Kumbhaka is taking a long pause either at the end of your inhale (Antara Kumbhaka) or at the end of your exhale (Bahya Kumbhaka).

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How to Practice Side Breathing on the Arc Barrel

By Sarah Stockett
side breathing on the arc barrel

Side breathing on the arc barrel is surprisingly choreography-filled, so read the directions carefully before you begin practicing this complex exercise.

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Stretch Your Spine with Breathing on the Arc Barrel

By Sarah Stockett
breathing on the arc barrel

Breathing on the Arc barrel is a very easy exercise. Because the barrel supports your legs, you can focus more on using your abs during spinal articulation.

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Simhasana–Awaken Your Inner Lion or Creep Out Your Friends

By Sarah Stockett
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To me, Simhasana is the creepiest looking yoga pose. However, it has such unique health benefits that this breathing practice is worth trying.

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Try Viloma Breathing to Increase Lung Capacity

By Sarah Stockett
viloma pranayama

Viloma breathing is three-part breathing. Studies have shown that three-part breathing brings in seven times as much oxygen as shallow breathing.

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Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2): Watch Your Knees

By Sarah Stockett
Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2)

In Warrior 2 (Virabhadrasana 2), the front knee can drift inward, indicating a tightness of the hip. This can lead to a knee injury if left unresolved.

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