How to Perform Chin Lock Breathwork in yoga
Pranayama (breath work) is very important in the yoga practice. Chin lock breath work in (Jalahandhara Bandha) can be challenging but it can also be very cleansing and rejuvenating to body, mind and spirit.
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Instructions
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Get Situated
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Sit cross-legged on either your yoga mat or chair. Take two to three deep, cleansing breaths. Inhale and exhale through the nostrils. Place the palms of your hands on the top of your thighs.
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As you inhale deeply, hold the breath as you slightly lower your chin. Lock your chin in the crook of your neck as you bend forward slightly at the hips. Hunch your shoulders slightly.
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Ground yourself by planting your palms into your thighs and hold the breath for at least 10 seconds. Slowly raise your head and exhale the breath slowly through the nostrils while straightening your spine.
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Take two more deep, cleansing breaths. Inhale and exhale through the nostrils. Repeat chin lock breath work three to five times. For more advanced yogis, practice chin lock breath work 10 to 15 times.
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Tips & Warnings
If you feel light headed or dizzy while practicing chin lock breath work, immediately stop and rest. Take very slow, relaxing breaths before you proceed with the breath work. If you suffer from medical conditions (especially high blood pressure or heart conditions), please consult a doctor before attempting this breath work. This is a very conscious and challenging breath work.
Chin lock breath work helps clear the mind and gives yogis a deep sense of relaxation and also clears out toxins from the bodies. It also helps open up blocked energy paths (chakras).
