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Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhan Pranayama)

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Our Pranayama Series continues with Nadi Shodhan pranayama (Alternate Nostril Breathing)! It only LOOKS like I'm picking my nose. This breath technique has so many benefits! It is a great way to calm the nervous system and relieve tension and anxiety. It is great for concentration, cleansing, and is a fantastic headache cure! Alternate Nostril Breathing is a wonderful way to prepare the body for meditation or asana practice.

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Tamara Morgan2022-12-01 11:04:28 UTC

I want to love this technique - I’ve tried it many times - but small nostrils and sinus tightness make it a challenge. Through my non-dominant nostril (which varies from day to day) I can never get a full breath, even slowly, and i feel my heartrate rise by the end. Any suggestions?

Heidi Robeson2022-12-01 18:27:15 UTC

I’m to practice this during the little breaks I’m working on taking throughout the day.

Lorraine Redmond2022-12-01 17:06:36 UTC

This breathing technique wards off vertigo for me. Thank you

Kirstin Rich2022-12-01 15:56:42 UTC

TODAY’S HAIKU: balance out the nadis - inhale seal and alternate - exhale out repeat💗

Maria M2021-12-31 15:50:31 UTC

This Reatbing technique is a lifesaver. I will definitely keep this ritual as part of 2022! Namaste Adriene and to the entire FWFG/YWA team 💚🙏🏼💚

Maria M2021-07-14 21:25:27 UTC

This is my go to breathing technique. Nice tool to use to reassess a challenging situation. Thank you for this! ❤️

Phyllis Sigal2025-10-01 15:54:39 UTC

I had a headache this morning, was feeling congested and maybe a cold coming on. I did some alternate nostril breathing as I was meditating, and boom! ... my headache went away and felt much better, so I decided to do this practice with you a bit later. It's very beneficial. Thank you!