Bhramari Pranayama

The original word in the term Bhramari is Bhramar (humming bee). The characteristic of this Pranayama is to create a sound like that of the humming bee.

Technique:

• Sit in Padmasana or Sukhasana.
• Raise bent arms to shoulder level & close external ear canals with thumbs.
• Place index & middle fingers gently on closed eyes which look upwards.
• Place ring fingers gently on the sides of the nostrils.
• Place little fingers on upper lip to feel flow of air through the nostrils.
• Inhale and fill the lungs completely.
• Exhale slowly and produce sound of the humming bee through larynx (sound box) while exhaling through nostrils.
• Return to original position & gently open the eyes.

Duration-

• Initially do it for 5 to 7 times.
• Gradually increase up to 15 times.

Benefits-

• Bhramari Pranayamamakes the voice sweet and gently, and helps clarity of speech.
• With regular practice of Bhramari Pranayama; Breathing becomes deep and subtle.
• Bhramari Pranayama is useful for hypertension and depression and aids brain cells.