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Pranayama Vidya · 18 Classical Techniques

Classical Pranayama & Kumbhaka

Rooted in Hatha Yoga Pradipika and Gheranda Samhita — breath mastery, Ida-Pingala-Sushumna equilibrium, and verified Kumbhaka ratios for mental serenity and vitality.

18
Total Techniques
11
Sushumna Harmony
3
Solar / Pingala
4
Lunar / Ida
Wellness Disclaimer / अस्वीकरण: The yogic practices, mudras, and breathing techniques presented here are rooted in classical tradition and intended solely for educational, wellness, and holistic lifestyle purposes. They do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified physician or healthcare specialist before starting any physical regimen, particularly if you have pre-existing medical conditions, chronic illnesses, or are pregnant. Practice mindfully within your body's comfortable limits.
All 18 18
Sushumna (Balance) 11
Pingala (Solar Vitality) 3
Ida (Lunar Calming) 4
Beginners 10
Breath Awareness
Sushumna (Neutral Harmony)

Breath Awareness

Calms the mind, reduces anxiety, improves present-moment awareness

5 min Absolute beginner कुम्भक 1
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Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)
Sushumna (Ida & Pingala Equilibrium)

Nadi Shodhana (Alternate Nostril Breathing)

Balances left and right brain hemispheres, calms anxiety, improves clarity

8 min Beginner कुम्भक 4
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Bhramari (Humming Bee Breath)
Ida (Chandra / Cooling Parasympathetic)

Bhramari (Humming Bee Breath)

Deeply calming, reduces anger and anxiety, improves sleep quality

5 min Beginner कुम्भक 2
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Kapalabhati (Skull-Shining Breath)
Pingala / Shatkarma (Frontal Brain Cleanser)

Kapalabhati (Skull-Shining Breath)

Energizes, improves alertness and focus, clears mental fog

5 min Intermediate कुम्भक 1
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Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril)
Sushumna (Bilateral Nadis Purification)

Anulom Vilom (Alternate Nostril)

Balances the nervous system, calms the mind, and enhances mental clarity and focus

10 min Beginner कुम्भक 2
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Ujjayi (Victorious / Ocean Breath)
Sushumna (Ocean Resonator / Tridoshic)

Ujjayi (Victorious / Ocean Breath)

Builds concentration, soothes the mind, and reduces stress and irritability

8 min Beginner कुम्भक 3
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Sheetali (Cooling Breath)
Ida (Cooling Pitta Pacification)

Sheetali (Cooling Breath)

Cools and calms the mind, reduces anger, and relieves mental agitation

6 min Beginner कुम्भक 2
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Sheetkari (Hissing Breath)
Ida (Hissing Cooling Pranayama)

Sheetkari (Hissing Breath)

Calms and cools the mind, reduces stress, anger, and tension

6 min Beginner कुम्भक 1
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Bhastrika (Bellows Breath)
Pingala (Bellows of Fire / Agni Pradipana)

Bhastrika (Bellows Breath)

Energizes the mind, increases alertness, and dispels lethargy and dullness

5 min Intermediate कुम्भक 2
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Surya Bhedana (Right Nostril Breathing)
Pingala (Surya / Solar Vitality & Agni)

Surya Bhedana (Right Nostril Breathing)

Stimulates and energizes the mind, increases alertness and determination

7 min Intermediate कुम्भक 2
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Chandra Bhedana (Left Nostril Breathing)
Ida (Chandra / Cooling Lunar Calming)

Chandra Bhedana (Left Nostril Breathing)

Cools and calms the mind, reduces stress and anxiety, promotes relaxation

7 min Intermediate कुम्भक 2
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Box Breathing (Sama Vritti)
Sushumna (Sama Vritti 4-Square Balance)

Box Breathing (Sama Vritti)

Reduces stress and anxiety, sharpens focus, and restores a sense of calm control

6 min Beginner कुम्भक 2
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Viloma (Interrupted Breathing)
Sushumna (Stepped Interrupted Flow)

Viloma (Interrupted Breathing)

Improves concentration, builds patience, and develops mindful breath awareness

10 min Regular कुम्भक 1
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Sama Vritti (Equal Ratio Breathing)
Sushumna (Equal Flow Wave)

Sama Vritti (Equal Ratio Breathing)

Creates immediate calm, balances the nervous system, and quiets racing thoughts befor…

5 min Absolute beginner कुम्भक 2
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Dirga Pranayama (Three-Part Breath)
Sushumna (3-Part Diaphragmatic Breath)

Dirga Pranayama (Three-Part Breath)

Calms the mind, reduces anxiety, and brings full present-moment awareness to the body

7 min Absolute beginner कुम्भक 2
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Moorchha Pranayama (Swooning Breath)
Sushumna (Swooning / Mind Dissolution)

Moorchha Pranayama (Swooning Breath)

Induces a blissful lightness, quiets mental chatter, and creates a meditative state

8 min Advanced कुम्भक 1
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Plavini Pranayama (Floating Breath)
Sushumna (Floating / Pranic Buoyancy)

Plavini Pranayama (Floating Breath)

Creates a feeling of lightness and buoyancy, calms the mind deeply

10 min Advanced कुम्भक 1
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Kumbhaka (Breath Retention Practice)
Sushumna (Classical Breath Retention)

Kumbhaka (Breath Retention Practice)

Develops tremendous focus, calms mental chatter, and builds inner stillness

10 min Intermediate कुम्भक 3
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