Warm-up Sequences Use these sequences of simple stretches to warm up prior to any of the pose sequences.While you are practicing pranayama, let go of any thoughts by focusing on the breathing involved with the pranayama. Always sit with a straight spine and a relaxed body. For all pranayama (except Kapalabhati), the breath is slow and steady, breathed in and out of the nose and down into the belly.

Prana is taken in through the air we breathe, and since the pranayama exercises increase the amount of air we take in, they also increase our intake of Prana. Thus, Pranyama is used to control, cultivate, and modify the Prana in the body. Prana translates into “life force energy” and Yama translates into “control or mastery of”.

Pranayama Pranayama are breathing exercises developed by the ancient yogis for purification.

The benefits of a regular meditation practice include reduction of stress, tension, anxiety and frustration, as well as improved memory, concentration, inner peace and whole body well-being. The techniques of meditation are simple and easy to learn, but the ability to keep the mind focused takes time, patience and practice. As thoughts dissipate, the mind becomes quiet, and we are able to be fully in the present moment.

Meditation Basics Meditation is a focusing of the mind on a single object, creating the cessation of all thought.Yoga for Beginners Our Yoga for Beginners guide will give you the basic tips, guidelines and recommendations you will need to start a successful yoga practice.

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