This breathing technique is wonderful for that afternoon slump. It you are tired at about 2pm, instead of reaching for the coffe, practice some Nadi Shota Pranayam. It will get the oxygen into the blood stream, make the mind more alert and calm the body.
Nadis are the subtle nerve channels or meridians that run through the body and Shota means cleansing or purifying, so this practice helps to keep the meridians opened and unblocked which helps to keep the whole body healthy and in good working condition.
Just 5 minutes of nadi shota pranayam will be very beneficial to the health of your body.
• Place your index and middle finger on your forehead
• Put your thumb to your right nostril and your ring finger to your left nostril
• Press your left nostril and exhale and inhale through your right nostril
• Press your right nostril and exhale and inhale through your left nostril
• Continue to repeat this breathing alternating from one nostril to the other
• Breathe normally though both nostrils
• Relax your breaths
• Relax your chest and lungs
• Be aware of how your breaths are now moving so smoothly and effortlessly
• Your mind is sharp and alert
Gayatri
Instructor
Australian School of Meditation and Yoga
