Question

The word “pranayama” refers to:
a. The proper attire for a yoga practice.
b. Vegetarian guidelines for yoga practitioners.
c. Breath control exercises
d. Meditation
e. Relaxation.

Answer 1

breath control exercise

Answer 2

It refers to breath control exercises.

• In ancient India, yoga was developed. Yoga is a practise that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit.
• The official ancient practise of regulating the breath, which is the source of our prana, or essential life energy, is pranayama.
• There are many Pranayamas such as Kapal Bhati, Bhastrika Pranayma etc.
• For example: The Bhastrika Pranayama requires vigorous exhalation that helps to clear the nasal passage.
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