Ujjayi (Ocean Breath)

It's a yogic breathing technique that creates a gentle, oceanic sound by slightly constricting the back of the throat (glottis) while breathing in and out through the nose. This practice anchors the mind, calms the nervous system, builds internal warmth, and synchronizes breath with movement, often used during yoga poses (asanas).

How to perform:

  • Sit comfortably, close your mouth and constrict the throat (the glottis).

  • Start inhaling slowly and rhythmically in one long and deep inhalation.

  • Allow the air to pass through the constricted throat, creating an "ocean sound".

  • Continue inhaling till there is a sense of fullness in your chest.

  • Hold your breath for a few seconds.

  • Now exhale as naturally as possible – gradually, avoiding jerky or hasty movements.

Benefits:

  • Helps with issues related to fluid retention in the body.

  • Increases appetite by aiding in digestion.

  • Helps with chronic cold, cough, fever and other diseases.

  • It purifies and detoxifies the elements in the body.

  • Enriches the voice.

  • Stimulates and balances thyroid.

Precautions:

  • Serious cardiac issues and hypertension.

More breathing practices are on my website https://breathing.inspirationforyou.club/ . Enjoy!