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Breathwork: Ancient to Modern
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Module 5
Pranayama: Yogic Breath Control
Kumbhaka: Types and Physiological Aims
Describe the types of Kumbhaka (breath retention) and their distinct physiological aims.
2
Ujjayi Breathing: Vagal Stimulation Through Glottic Constriction
Perform Ujjayi breathing and explain its mechanism of vagal stimulation via glottic constriction.
3
Nadi Shodhana: Practice and Autonomic Effects
Perform Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) and analyze clinical evidence for its effects on autonomic balance.
Kapalabhati: Physiology and Evidence
Perform Kapalabhati and analyze clinical evidence for its activating physiological effects.
5
Bhastrika and Kapalabhati: A Comparative Breathwork Study
Perform Bhastrika (bellows breath) and distinguish its physiological effects from Kapalabhati.
6
Bee Breath: Nitric Oxide & Parasympathetic Power
Perform Bhramari (bee breath) and describe its effect on nitric oxide production and parasympathetic activation.
7
Cooling Breaths: Practice and Evidence
Perform Sitali and Sitkari (cooling breaths) and analyze the available evidence for their thermoregulatory and calming effects.
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Baseline Respiratory Assessment
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Complex Breathwork Systems