PRANAYAMA AND MEDITATION 189Pranayama Exercises
In this section, we explore different practices of pranayama. You have learned
the important context for these ancient breathing practices. Now comes the
exciting part where you will understand not just the theory, but also the
experience of pranayama. Each practice description will outline how to exe-
cute the exercise and list the duration and its benefits. Where it is necessary,
appropriate cautions will be given. Before trying the breathing practices, be
sure to read the section on practice tips that follows the descriptions.