12 Questions
Which pranayama technique aims to stimulate the Pingala Nadi?
Surya Bhedana Pranayama
Which pranayama involves inhaling through the mouth while making a hissing sound?
Sitkari Pranayama
Which pranayama is said to reduce excess internal heat by activating cooling mechanisms of the body?
Sheetali Pranayama
Which pranayama technique is associated with the left nostril and feminine qualities?
Nadi Shodhana Pranayama
Which pranayama involves exhaling through both nostrils with the mouth closed?
Sitkari Pranayama
Which pranayama promotes mental clarity and energizes the mind and body?
Surya Bhedana Pranayama
What is the purpose of Bhramari Pranayama according to the text?
To hear the unstruck sound rising from the heart
Which pranayama practice is categorized as a warming and energizing breathing technique?
Bhastrika Pranayama
How is Sheetali pranayama different from Sitkari pranayama according to the text?
Sheetali involves inhaling through the nose and Sitkari through the mouth
What is the main benefit attributed to practicing Bhastrika Pranayama?
Strengthening digestion
Which breathwork technique is described as a method to withdraw from the external world and experience bliss?
Murccha Pranayama
Why is Murccha Pranayama rarely taught in modern yoga classes?
It is considered outdated and not in vogue
Learn about the Surya Bhedana Pranayama technique which involves breathing through specific nostrils to stimulate the Pingala Nadi. This practice is believed to enhance energy levels and promote masculine qualities within the body.
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