Different types of Pranayama yoga are beneficial for various ailments. This is one of the many ancient practices that heal our bodies internally. Nadi is special anatomical structures closely identified with the nerves of modern anatomy. Shatkarma is a practice that involves six practices required for purification of the body. Gaja Karani or Kunjala is a technique of drinking and regurgitating water. It is done to throw away any impure food out. Arambha Avastha also known as the `beginning stage` is the first stage of Pranayama. Ghata Avastha follows after Arambha Avastha. This is the second state which is attained by practising restraint of breath. Parichaya Avastha is the third state that follows after Ghata Avastha. However, it can be attained by constantly practicing Yoga. Nishpatti Avastha is the fourth stage of Siddha Yoga. A yogi reaches this position through a thorough practice. Respiration in Pranayama deals with the scientific act of inhaling and exhaling air. Characteristics Of Pranayama throw ample light on the benefits and accurate ways in which it should be practiced. Phases of Pranayama are divided into three steps including puraka, kumbhaka and rechaka phases. Aim of Pranayama is to control the mind and attain consciousness or chitta by controlling ones breath Physiological values of Pranayama are defined as the degree of goodness that exercise can confer on a person`s health. Nauli Kriya is a cultural asana where the Yogi rotates the abdomen speedily like a rotating whirlpool. Spiritual values of pranayama nourishes the spiritual growth of a human being, especially related to endocrine glands Apt breathing technique plays the most important part in the awakening of the "Kundalini" |