UJJAYI PRANAYAMA

The meaning of the word ‘Ujjayi’ in Sanskrit is ‘Ut jayate Ujjayi’., Which means ‘Uss’ like hissing sound is producing during the practise of this pranayama , so this pranayama is called as Ujjayi.

STEPS OF UJJAYI PRANAYAMA

1.Sit in a suitably relaxed posture.
2.In this pranayama the inhaling and exhaling duration should be long.
3.Inhale deeply and hold breath for a long time as much you can.
4.Exhale out slowly with left nostril, by closing right nostril with your right hand thumb. Exhale must be done by left nostril only.

DURATION
Repeat this for 5-10 minutes.

BENEFITS:

1. The people suffering from insomnia are well benefited by this pranayama.
2. This pranayama very helpful to overcome from thyroid problems.
3.When you are under depression or stress, Ujjayi is the very easiest way of way getting relaxation.
4. People with high blood pressure, chronic stress were highly benefited by the regular practice of this pranayama.
5. It’s a very useful pranayama in yogic management of heart diseases.

PRECAUTIONS:
While practicing ujjayi don’t contract your facial muscles. Try to relax your face as much as possible. Don’t over contract your throat; Keep your body steady, straight throughout the practice.

SPECIALITY: This is the only pranayama which one can practice even traveling or moving.

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