Breathing

Breath is our connection to our world. The air we breath in allows our bodies to live, the air we breath out puts forth our words and songs and prayers into the universe. In Dragon Yoga we often use the serpents breath (ujiya breath) a type of forced breathing. Most breathing is done through the nose both in and out. The breath moves from the back of the throat and makes a sound as it moves out almost like the hissing of a snake. Breathing is very important in yoga. The breath moves the prana (energy) in and out of the body as well as circulating the chi inside the body. Often through breath we can move further into a posture. Our breath helps relax us into challenging poses and also provides greater amounts of oxygen to our cells. This helps detoxify and cleanse our bodies while building greater strength and flexibility. While practicing yoga remember to breath deeply and evenly and with focused intent.