Anulom Vilom is a special type of pranayama, in which we control our breathing. In Anulom Vilom, we hold our one nostril closed and inhale through the other, then hold the first nostril closed and exhale. The same process is done in a reverse manner.
In Anulom Vilom we breathe through alternate nostrils.
Following precautions should be kept in
mind while practicing Anulom Vilom
- Your spine and neck should be straight with closed eyes.
- You should have control over your thoughts.
- One hand should be in Dhyan Mudra while breathing.
- Place your thumb on your right nostril and your ring finger on your left nostril.
- Close your right nostril with your thumb and inhale through your left nostril, slowly and deeply, until your lungs are full. Focus on your breathing.
- Next, release your thumb and close your left nostril with your ring finger.
- Exhale slowly through the right nostril.
- Now practice it in reverse manner, this time inhaling through the right nostril and exhaling through the left.
Try it for 2 to 3 minutes in starting. It may feel difficult for the first time. so only do it as long as you’re comfortable.
There’s no need to do it hard on the first day — you can always try again another time. It’s important to feel in control and relaxed. Increase your time at your own pace.
Benefits of Anulom Vilom:-
- Improved patience, focus, and control.
- Gives relief from stress and anxiety.
- Improves brain, respiratory, and cardiovascular health.
- A better overall sense of well-being.
- Yoga breathing practices may improve lung function.