Pranayama Fundamentals / प्राणायाम मूल सिद्धांत
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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)।
इस अध्याय में / In this chapter
English
- Name and demonstrate all YCB Level 1 pranayamas
- Distinguish Puraka, Rechaka, Kumbhaka — when each is safe
- Sequence pranayama after asana per YCB protocol order
हिंदी
- सभी YCB L1 प्राणायाम नाम व प्रदर्शन
- पूरक, रेचक, कुम्भक — सुरक्षा
- YCB क्रम: आसन के बाद प्राणायाम
EN: Prana is the bridge between body and mind. Patanjali places pranayama after asana (YS II.49) because breath regulation assumes a body that can sit still. This chapter walks through each YCB practicum pranayama like a textbook lesson — purpose, steps, and cautions.
HI: प्राण शरीर और मन के बीच सेतु है। पतंजलि आसन के बाद प्राणायाम रखते हैं क्योंकि श्वास नियंत्रण के लिए स्थिर शरीर चाहिए। यह अध्याय प्रत्येक YCB प्राणायाम को पाठ्यपुस्तक की तरह समझाता है।
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।
| Pranayama | Method (brief) | Caution |
|---|---|---|
| Anulom Vilom | Alternate nostril; slow equal breath | Generally gentle; avoid if severe nasal blockage |
| Ujjayi | Soft throat constriction; ocean sound | Teach after natural breath is steady |
| Bhramari | Hum on exhale; ears closed optional | Avoid ear infection; calm environment |
| Sheetali / Sheetkari | Inhale through curled tongue / teeth | Avoid in cold, asthma, low BP |
| Kapalabhati | Active exhale, passive inhale; abdominal pump | Not in pregnancy, hernia, uncontrolled HTN |
| Bhastrika | Equal forceful inhale/exhale | Advanced; heart disease — medical clearance |
YCB session order: EN — After asanas, seated pranayama series as per centre protocol; end with short Shavasana. HI — आसनों के बाद बैठकर प्राणायाम; अंत में संक्षिप्त शवासन।
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 |
Saankshep / Chapter Summary — संक्षेप
English
- Six YCB pranayamas: Bhastrika, Kapalabhati, Anulom Vilom, Ujjayi, Bhramari, Sheetali/Sheetkari
- Kumbhaka only with qualified teacher
- No forceful retention; pregnancy modifies list
हिंदी
- छह YCB प्राणायाम याद रखें
- कुम्भक केवल गुरु से
- गर्भ में संशोधित सूची
References
- YS II.49-53
- Satyananda APMB
- YCB YPI Syllabus
- MDNIY Pranayama Monograph
Last updated: June 2026 | MPYPCP Central Knowledge Base — Tier A8