Pranayama Fundamentals / प्राणायाम मूल सिद्धांत
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Maharshi Patanjali Yog Evm Prakritik Chikitsa Parishad (operational since 2007)
English
Pranayama (YS II.49) extends breath after asana. YCB practicum includes Bhastrika, Kapalabhati, Anulom Vilom, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Sheetali/Sheetkari. Puraka, Rechaka, Kumbhaka (advanced only with teacher).
हिंदी
प्राणायाम (YS II.49) आसन के बाद। YCB: भस्त्रिका, कपालभाति, अनुलोम विलोम, उज्जायी, भ्रामरी, शीतली/शीतकारी। पूरक, रेचक, कुम्भक (उन्नत, गुरु से)।
Vidhi / Method — विधि
Three phases & key practices
Puraka / Rechaka / Kumbhaka: EN — Inhalation, exhalation, retention (advanced). HI — पूरक, रेचक, कुम्भक (उन्नत)।
Anulom Vilom: EN — Alternate nostril; slow; balance. HI — नाड़ी शोधन; धीरे।
Kapalabhati / Bhastrika: EN — Active practices; avoid in pregnancy, hernia, uncontrolled BP. HI — सक्रिय; गर्भ/हर्निया/BP में नहीं।
Labh / Benefits — लाभ
English
- Respiratory efficiency — controlled breathing patterns (Satyananda APMB).
- Autonomic balance — slow pranayama may support relaxation (research context, not cure).
- Preparation for meditation.
हिंदी
- श्वास दक्षता (APMB)।
- शांति — धीमी प्राणायाम।
- ध्यान तैयारी।
Savdhani / Contraindications — सावधानी
| Condition | English | हिंदी |
|---|---|---|
| Hypertension | Avoid Bhastrika/Kumbhaka | भस्त्रिका/kumbhaka नहीं |
| Pregnancy | No Kapalabhati/Bhastrika | कपाल/भस्त्रिका नहीं |
| Hernia | No forceful pranayama | forceful नहीं |
| Heart disease | Medical clearance | चिकित्सक |
YCB Exam Quick Points
| YS II.49 | Pranayama definition |
| YCB L1 | Named pranayamas in practicum |
References
- YS II.49-53
- Satyananda APMB
- YCB YPI Syllabus
- MDNIY Pranayama Monograph
Last updated: May 2026 | MPYPCP Central Knowledge Base — Tier A8