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is comfortable. Return to the starting position
by slowly releasing the hands from the heels
one at a time.

3. Kandharasana (shoulder pose)
   Lie flat on the back. Bend the knees, placing
   the soles of the feet flat on the yoga mat, with
   the heels touching the buttocks. The feet and

knees may be hip-width

apart. Grasp the ankles

with the hands. Raise the

buttocks and arch the back

upwards. Raise the chest

and navel as high as possible

without straining while

simultaneously maintaining

the position of the feet and

shoulders. Hold the pose for

as long as is comfortable

and then lower the body.

Perform five to 10 rounds.

4. Bhramari Pranayama (humming bee
   breath)
   Sit in a comfortable meditation pose. Close
   your eyes and relax the whole body. The
   lips should remain gently closed with the
   teeth slightly separated throughout the
   practice. Use the index or middle finger to

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