The Ujjayi breath is a form of breath control, a Pranayama technique, that soothes the nervous system and has a profound relaxing effect on the muscles. It is known to sound reminiscent of the ocean waves or victorious, depending on how you regulate the breath. ๐
It can be activated when postures, asanas, are held for an extended period of time. It can help deepen a stretch, give length to the muscles and strengthen the whole body. It also engages the energy locks, bandhas, during transitions from one pose to the next. ๐ชท
The Ujjayi breath is predominantly used in Ashtanga Yoga practice. There are also other Pranayama techniques that you can explore in your Yoga practice, these are explained and demonstrated in classes. ๐ฉต
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