7 Day Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge
This 7 day challenge will immerse you in a variety of Prāṇāyāma practices from 5-15 minutes, allowing you to experience the transformative effects of this practice on your mind, body, and nervous system. We begin with the foundations on day 1, building each day with different breathing practices. Whether you are brand new to Prāṇāyāma or want to experience the benefits of a consistent practice this challenge is for you.
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Introduction to 7 day Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge
A brief introduction about the 7 day Prāṇāyāma practice challenge. Here Becca explains what Prāṇāyāma is and why we practice it.
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 1- Dirgha Swasam & Ujjayi breath
Becca guides you through Dirgha Swasam Prāṇāyāma (three-part breath), this practice teaches you to breathe fully and completely. We then move into Ujjayi breath, or "victorious breath," this involves a gentle constriction of the throat to create a soft, ocean-like sound while breathing in and out...
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 2- Sama Vritti Khumbaka
Sama Vritti Prāṇāyāma, also known as the equal breath or box breathing. Kumbhaka is a Sanskrit word which translates as “breath retention”, it is important to never hold the breath past the point of discomfort. In day 2 Becca guides you through the practice of Sama Vritti Khumbaka to find stilln...
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 3- Bastrika
Bastrika Prāṇāyāma, known as bellows breath, draws breath in and out of the nose using a vigorous inhalation and forceful exhalation. Option to move the arms and hands. Try and keep the breath slow and steady, there is no need to rush and go fast to gain the benefits. Consistent practice of Bastr...
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 4- Viloma Prāṇāyāma
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 5- Bhramari Prāṇāyāma
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 6- Sitali Prāṇāyāma
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Prāṇāyāma Practice Challenge Day 7- Nadi Shodhana Prāṇāyāma