Surya Bhedana Pranayama
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Which pranayama technique aims to stimulate the Pingala Nadi?

  • Sitkari Pranayama
  • Sheetali Pranayama
  • Surya Bhedana Pranayama (correct)
  • Chandra Bhedana Pranayama
  • Which pranayama involves inhaling through the mouth while making a hissing sound?

  • Sitkari Pranayama (correct)
  • Sheetali Pranayama
  • Surya Bhedana Pranayama
  • Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
  • Which pranayama is said to reduce excess internal heat by activating cooling mechanisms of the body?

  • Sheetali Pranayama (correct)
  • Sitkari Pranayama
  • Ujjayi Pranayama
  • Surya Bhedana Pranayama
  • Which pranayama technique is associated with the left nostril and feminine qualities?

    <p>Nadi Shodhana Pranayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pranayama involves exhaling through both nostrils with the mouth closed?

    <p>Sitkari Pranayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pranayama promotes mental clarity and energizes the mind and body?

    <p>Surya Bhedana Pranayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Bhramari Pranayama according to the text?

    <p>To hear the unstruck sound rising from the heart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pranayama practice is categorized as a warming and energizing breathing technique?

    <p>Bhastrika Pranayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is Sheetali pranayama different from Sitkari pranayama according to the text?

    <p>Sheetali involves inhaling through the nose and Sitkari through the mouth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit attributed to practicing Bhastrika Pranayama?

    <p>Strengthening digestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which breathwork technique is described as a method to withdraw from the external world and experience bliss?

    <p>Murccha Pranayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is Murccha Pranayama rarely taught in modern yoga classes?

    <p>It is considered outdated and not in vogue</p> Signup and view all the answers

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