Antara Kumbhaka

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Breath retention practice · about 8 minutes

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How to sit

Retention with a gentle chin-to-chest lock (jalandhara bandha). This 1:2:2 ratio is the entry point.

Keep in mind

Retention is the most advanced element of pranayama. Never force. Ideally learn under a qualified teacher.

Avoid if: Pregnancy, high blood pressure, heart conditions, anxiety or panic disorders, epilepsy, glaucoma or detached retina, vertigo, hernia. Not for beginners — build up gradually and stop immediately if strained.

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