Swami Kripalu, affectionately known as Bapuji (beloved grandfather), gave the following instruction around performing yoga asanas (postures) and pranayama (breathing techniques).
"Asanas can involve inhalation, exhalation, and breath retention. The breath can be held either after inhalation or exhalation. It is best to follow the guidance of an expert, but here are some general guidelines in breathing with asanas: inhale when bending backward, exhale when bending forward or twisting. While performing an asana, one usually instinctively senses whether inhalation, exhalation, or retention is appropriate. Perform a few asanas watching the natural flow of breath, and learn from your experience when to inhale, exhale or hold."
May this message from my teacher's teacher become an inquiry for you as you practice YOUR yoga.
Namaste,
Lyndsey
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