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Air Therapy. http://i1.trekearth.com/photos/25018/drinking_water.jpg. Air Therapy. Air Bath Swar Sadhana Massage Exercise Yogic Postures (Aasan) Breathing Pranayama. http://www.applesandpeanutbutter.net/wp-content/ uploads/2010/01/20100127-Lifestyle-changes-to

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  1. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Therapy http://i1.trekearth.com/photos/25018/drinking_water.jpg

  2. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Therapy • Air Bath • Swar Sadhana • Massage • Exercise • Yogic Postures (Aasan) • Breathing • Pranayama http://www.applesandpeanutbutter.net/wp-content/ uploads/2010/01/20100127-Lifestyle-changes-to -help-boost-your-immunity-POSTED.jpg http://ingraham.ca/resources/ images/man-self-massaging.jpg.. http://myhealthguardian.com/wp-content/ uploads/2009/09/stamina.jpg www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/lung/ copd/images/photos/man-stretching.jpg Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  3. Air Bath http://www.artbible.net/3JC/-Joh-08,12_Light_of_the_world_Lumiere_du_monde/21%20NATURE%20SOLEIL%20VENT.jpg www.dsvv.ac.in

  4. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Bath (Morning / Evening Walk) Called the BEST EXERCISE Method • Walk in fresh air only • Don’t Talk when you Walk (Feel Oneness with Nature) • Walk with empty stomach • Healthy person: 5-7 km/day Weak person: 0.5-1 km/day (Gradually increasing) • Speed: 1 km in 10 min www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/ 15/morning-walk_11254.jpg Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  5. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Bath (Morning / Evening Walk) Called the BEST EXERCISE Method • Must do deep breathing during walking Procedure (7:4:7) Inhale: 7 steps Hold: 4 steps Exhale: 7 steps (For Beginners - 4:2:6) www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/ 15/morning-walk_11254.jpg Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  6. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Bath (Morning / Evening Walk) Benefits • External/Internal cleansing • Better mental health  positive thoughts • Skin  Healthy, Soft, Bright • Muscles  Stronger • More blood supply to the heart  blood purification • Less pressure on heart  people of all ages can do it www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/ 15/morning-walk_11254.jpg Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  7. www.dsvv.ac.in Air Bath (Morning / Evening Walk) Benefits • Walking on clean, dew drenched grass makes eye-sight better • Increased vital life force images.google.com search – walking barefoot on grass http://www.betterphoto.com/uploads/processed/ 0030/0611090342111little_baby_violet_eyes.jpg Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  8. Breathing http://www.waterfall-wallpapers.com/bulkupload/Waterfall/Waterfall/Waterfall%20110.jpg www.dsvv.ac.in

  9. www.dsvv.ac.in Breathing • Types of Breathing • Proper Method of Breathing • 10 Minute Breathing Exercise • Special Therapeutic Breathing http://lifecoaching.dieterpauwels.com/userfiles/image/breathing.jpg Must be done with empty stomach Dr. Rakesh Jindal, “Prakratik Ayurvigyan (Hindi)”, Arogya Seva Prakashan:Modinagar, 2005.

  10. www.dsvv.ac.in Types of Breathing Abdominal Thoracic Clavicular Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) Must be done with empty stomach http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  11. www.dsvv.ac.in Abdominal 1 • Sit in meditative posture OR Lie in Shavasana • Relax the entire body • Breathe normally • Place right hand on the abdomen http://sp.life123.com/bm.pix/breathing-exercises.s600x600.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  12. www.dsvv.ac.in Abdominal 1 Inhaling • Place right hand on the abdomen • Inhale  Right hand should move out • Exhale  Right hand should move in Exhaling Try not to expand chest or move shoulders http://www.lifeandibd.org/images/abdominal_full_deep_breathing.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  13. www.dsvv.ac.in Abdominal 1 Breathe slowly & deeply through abdomen with full awareness Inhaling Continue for 2 minutes Try not to expand chest or move shoulders Exhaling http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_O8LPPqIMOrc/S7l_cWc-oCI/AAAAAAAACdE/FHmN66T63BI/s1600/Abdominal-Diaphragmatic-Breathing-Exercises-Technique-Benefits-Instructions-Definition-Abdominal-Rib-Cage-%2BMuscles-Workouts-Health-Fitness-Tips-Facts-Healthy-Lifestyle.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  14. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoracic 2 • Sit in meditative posture (back straight, neck straight, hands in the lap, smile on the face) • Relax the entire body • Breathe normally • Focus on chest motion http://sp.life123.com/bm.pix/breathing-exercises.s600x600.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  15. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoracic 2 • Inhale by slowly expanding the rib cage • Feel movement of individual ribs outwards and upwards • Expand the chest as much as possible http://yoganonymous.org/wp-content/ uploads/2010/09/yoga-breathing-tips.png Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  16. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoracic 2 • Exhale by relaxing the chest muscles • Feel the rib cage contracting • Force air out of lungs Breathe slowly and deeply through the chest with total awareness Continue for 2 minutes http://yoganonymous.org/wp-content/ uploads/2010/09/yoga-breathing-tips.png Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  17. www.dsvv.ac.in Clavicular (Advanced step of thoracic breathing) 3 • Sit in meditative posture OR Lie in Shavasana • Relax the entire body • Do thoracic breathing a few times http://sp.life123.com/bm.pix/breathing-exercises.s600x600.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  18. www.dsvv.ac.in Clavicular (Advanced step of thoracic breathing) 3 • Inhale  Expand the ribs • When ribs are fully expanded  Inhale little more  Shoulders & Collar Bone should move up slightly http://waynejoseph.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/proper-breathing-photo.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  19. www.dsvv.ac.in Clavicular (Advanced step of thoracic breathing) 3 • Exhale slowly  First releasing the lower neck and upper chest  Then relax rest of the rib cage Continue for 2 minutes http://waynejoseph.files.wordpress.com/2010/07/proper-breathing-photo.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  20. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) 4 (Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing) • Inhale  First abdomen expands  Then rib cage/chest expands  Finally collar bone and shoulders move up http://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  21. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) 4 (Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing) • Exhale  First lower neck and upper chest relax  Then rest of the rib cage contracts  Finally abdomen contracts  abdominal wall is pulled inwards towards the spine http://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png Entire movement should be harmonious & flowing Continue for 5 minutes Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  22. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) 4 (Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing) Inspiration Expiration Balloon Concept  This explains the sequence of thoracic & abdominal movements http://www.rachelyoga.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/ 12/breathing-mechanism-demonstration.jpeg-293x300.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  23. www.dsvv.ac.in Thoraco-Abdominal (Yogic) 4 (Combination of Thoracic, Abdominal and Clavicular Breathing) Used in most Pranayamas Benefits • Gain control of breath • Correct poor breathing habits • Increase oxygen intake • Useful in calming the nerves during high stress and anger http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  24. Proper Method of Breathing www.dsvv.ac.in http://media.photobucket.com/image/nature/bsbermz101/nature.jpg

  25. www.dsvv.ac.in Proper Method of Breathing • Proper breathing is the very essence of life. • Proper deep breathing is a natural way to increase energy & enjoyment of life • Regulates heartbeat • Proper oxygen intake, enabling proper activities • Facilitates removal of ~70% body wastes http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg http://www.energybalancing.com/health/breath.html.

  26. www.dsvv.ac.in Proper Method of Breathing • Sit with back straight (or lie down) • Palms on your lap • Eyes closed • Take time to relax your body & breathe freely • Breathe through nose only  feel nasal hairs & mucous membrane are filtering dust & toxins from inhaled air http://sp.life123.com/bm.pix/breathing-exercises.s600x600.jpg http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

  27. www.dsvv.ac.in Proper Method of Breathing • Next, as you breathe, both your chest & abdomen have to move in sequence • If only chest seems to rise & fall  (i) your breathing is shallow (ii) you are not making good use of lower part of lungs http://www.yogaanatomy.org/images/clip_image006.png http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

  28. www.dsvv.ac.in Proper Method of Breathing Sequence of movements • Inhale  abdomen moves out (seems like stomach is bulging out)  chest expands slightly 3.bp.blogspot.com/_O8LPPqIMOrc/S7l_cWc-oCI/AAAAAAAACdE/FHmN66T63BI/s1600/Abdominal-Diaphragmatic-Breathing-Exercises-Technique-Benefits-Instructions-Definition-Abdominal-Rib-Cage-%2BMuscles-Workouts-Health-Fitness-Tips-Facts-Healthy-Lifestyle.jpg http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

  29. www.dsvv.ac.in Proper Method of Breathing Sequence of movements • Exhale  chest contracts slightly  abdomen comes back in (just like a balloon releasing all its air) Inspiration Expiration http://www.rachelyoga.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/ 12/breathing-mechanism-demonstration.jpeg-293x300.jpg This inhale & exhale process should continue comfortably & smoothly http://www.coedu.usf.edu/zalaquett/help_screens/breath.htm

  30. 10 Minute Breathing Exercise www.dsvv.ac.in http://www.burnie.net/html/images/waterfall_large.jpg

  31. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Benefits • Obesity • Asthma • Diabetes • Gastric Problems – constipation, indigestion • Natural Breathing is attained • Vital life force is activated • Immunity is enhanced http://www.applesandpeanutbutter.net/wp-content/ uploads/2010/01/20100127-Lifestyle-changes-to -help-boost-your-immunity-POSTED.jpg Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  32. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Contraindication (Not to be done by) • High BP / Hypertension • Hyper Acidity / Gastric Ulcer • Hernia • During Pregnancy • At least 6 months after surgery http://www.indianetzone.com/photos_gallery/ 22/TypesGastric_20101.jpg Must be done with empty stomach Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  33. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 1. Slow abdominal breathing – 10 times 2. Rapid abdominal breathing – 10 times 3. Look towards the sky and rapid abdominal breathing – 10 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  34. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 4. Look straight – focus your eyes at 5 ft distance – rapid abdominal breathing 10 times 5. Roll your tongue – inhale from mouth – fill air in the mouth - move air in the mouth – exhale from nostrils – repeat 3 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  35. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 6. Bend body forward from the waist at 30° - Rapid abdominal breathing 10 times 7. Bend body forward from the waist at 90° - Rapid abdominal breathing 10 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  36. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 8. Bend body forward from the waist at 30° - Do Agnisar Kriya, i.e. Exhale completely – hold the breath – move abdomen in-and-out 10 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  37. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 9. Bend body forward from the waist at 90° - Do Agnisar Kriya, i.e. Exhale completely – hold the breath – move abdomen in-and-out 10 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  38. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 10. Uddyan Bandh Bend both the legs from the knees (like sitting on chair) – palms just above the knees – exhale completely – hold the breath Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  39. www.dsvv.ac.in 10 Min Breathing Exercise Method 10. Uddyan Bandh Pull the abdominal muscles towards the spine – hold for few seconds – inhale and repeat the process – continue 3 times Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006. Muni Kishanlal, “Prekshadhyan : Yogic Kriyaen (Hindi)”, Jain Vishwa Bharati:Ladnun, Rajasthan, 2006.

  40. Special Therapeutic Breathing http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg www.dsvv.ac.in

  41. www.dsvv.ac.in Special Therapeutic Breathing • Ujjayi Breathing • Bhastrika Breathing • Install Breathing • Virechan Breathing • Seetkari Breathing • Breathing Techniques for Increasing Lung Volume http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Must be done with empty stomach

  42. www.dsvv.ac.in Ujjayi Breathing (The Psychic Breath) 1 Benefits • Soothing effect on nervous system • Tranquilizing effect (calms & relieves anxiety) • Removes disorders of DHATU (7 constituents of body: blood, bone, bone marrow, fat, skin, flesh, semen) http://www.hypnosis-review- quarterly.com/images/pranayam.jpg http://www.lifepositive.com/body/yoga/grfx/ujjayi.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  43. www.dsvv.ac.in Ujjayi Breathing (The Psychic Breath) 1 Benefits • Helps to relieve insomnia • Effective in thyroid problem • Helpful in high blood pressure http://www.hypnosis-review- quarterly.com/images/pranayam.jpg http://www.lifepositive.com/body/yoga/grfx/ujjayi.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  44. www.dsvv.ac.in 2 Bhastrika Breathing Benefits • Balances & strengthens nervous system • Removes diseases of DOSHAS (vaat, pitta, kaph) • Helpful in asthma & other lung disorders • Helps to remove throat inflammation & phlegm accumulation http://lh4.ggpht.com/_2Rx_KM0rrsE/Sgr2AoTXpwI/AAAA AAAAAzA/vncDX_V5KAU/bhastrika_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  45. www.dsvv.ac.in 2 Bhastrika Breathing Benefits Because of rapid exchange of air in lungs, there is in exchange of O2 & CO2 in & out of blood stream  • Stimulates metabolic rate • Produces heat • Flushes out waste & toxins http://lh4.ggpht.com/_2Rx_KM0rrsE/Sgr2AoTXpwI/AAAA AAAAAzA/vncDX_V5KAU/bhastrika_thumb%5B2%5D.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  46. www.dsvv.ac.in 2 Bhastrika Breathing Benefits Rapid & rhythmic movement of diaphragm  • Massages & stimulates visceral (vital) organs • Tones the digestive system http://www.ehealthyland.com/wp-content/uploads/ 2009/11/deep-breathing-pranayama-yoga.jpg Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  47. www.dsvv.ac.in 3&4 Virechan & Install Breathing Benefits • Beneficial in sinus / nasal blockage • Beneficial in respiratory problems like asthma http://www.artbible.net/3JC/-Joh-08,12_Light_of_the_world_ Lumiere_du_monde/21%20NATURE%20SOLEIL%20VENT.jpg Contraindication for Virechan Kriya (not to be done by) Epistaxis (Bleeding Nose)

  48. www.dsvv.ac.in 5 Seetkari Breathing Benefits • Cools body & mind • Reduces mental & emotional excitement • Regulates body temperature • Induces muscular relaxation Breathe In images.google.com search – teeth clenched Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  49. www.dsvv.ac.in 5 Seetkari Breathing Benefits • Control on hunger & thirst • Reduces blood pressure • Reduces acidity • Keeps teeth and gums healthy Breathe In images.google.com search – teeth clenched Swami Satyananda Saraswati, “Asana Pranayama Mudra Bandha”, Yoga Publications Trust:Munger, Bihar, 2006.

  50. www.dsvv.ac.in Breathing Techniques for increasing Lung Volume 6 1. Hand Stretching 2. Spring Movement 3. Lion Breathing static-p4.fotolia.com/jpg/00/13/23/43/400_F_13234344_ GzbzcffRPsLQZHOOwwk2zMHD30DSmuas.jpg image.shutterstock.com/display_pic_with_logo/77552/77552, 1195215591,9/stock-photo-two-fists-isolated-on-white- background-7017949.jpg

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