Bhastrika pranayam - the complete treatment
The Sanskrit word “bhastrika” means “bellows” mostly used by blacksmiths to melt metal. Like the bellows fan the fire similarly Bhastrika Pranayama surges the flow of air into the body to produce heat at both the physical and subtle level–stoking the inner fire of mind and body. This pranayama when done regularly removes blockages from the nose and chest. It is suitable for asthmatic patients and removes inflammation of the throat. Bhastrika increases the gastric fire. Pranayama improves appetite and digestion capacity. Starting position: -------------------------- Do preliminary conditioning in Sukhasana or any other meditative posture. Sit on a firm chair with an upright backrest, if unable to sit on the floor. Keep the body above the waist straight and the spine erect. Eyes can be kept closed. How to do Bhastrika Pranayama? The Sequence of steps: ------------------------------------ Take in a deep breath and breathe out forcefully through the nose, without any str...