Interrupted breath
Breathing in (or out) in several paused stages, 'against the grain,' to build breath capacity and control.
reduces Vataneutral for Pittaneutral for Kapha
Contraindications & cautions
- do not strain the pauses
- ease off with dizziness
- avoid retentions with uncontrolled hypertension
Classical sources
- Hatha Yoga Pradipika — Chapter 2 — staged kumbhaka
- Patanjali Yoga Sutra — Sadhana Pada 2.49–51
Educational information about Ayurveda — not a medical diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified professional before starting any herb, supplement, or therapy.