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Atul Jain

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Kapalbhati is an exercise that is focused on breathing patterns.

The word Kapalbhati is made up of two words, Kapal meaning skull 

and Bhati means shining. This is a 5 minute exercise with 3 minutes of Kapalbhati and 2 minutes of

rest and holding breath.The duration can be increased/decreased by going to settings

The individual performing the exercise will need to be in a seated position.

Benefits;

-Eventually, Kapabhati should bring about a glow on the face of the practitioner.

- Kapalbhati boosts mental wellbeing as when you are exhaling you exhale all the negative 

thoughts and inhale all the positive thoughts in the mind. 

- It also helps improve vitality of the abdominal organs, 

- Stimulates pancreas to release insulin, 

- Improves liver and spleen functions, 

- Regularizes exocrine and endocrine systems, 

- relieves anorexia, constipation and acidity, 

- helps relieve backache, 

- improves posture, increases bone strength and density, increases muscle flexibility, 

- helps in blood purification which in turn gives a lustrous and clear skin. 

The benefits mentioned above are dependent on each individual and it may not help or be evident in all individuals.

Technique: 

Kapalbhati should be practiced 2-3 hours after a meal when the food is digested or on an empty stomach. 

Sit straight on the floor with your spine erect and cross your legs in front of you.if you can not sit on the floor you can sit on a 

chair but keep in mind to keep the body firm and spine straight. 

Take in a deep breath and exhale quickly and suddenly, making a puffing sound while you do it. 

The Technique of Kapalabhati involves short and strong forceful exhalations and inhalation happens automatically.

Focus on exhaling forcefully and not on the inhalation.

When you exhale, draw your abdominal muscles inward simultaneously. 

Your abdomen should rise when you inhale and fold when you exhale. Speed of exhalation and inhalation can be increased by pressing + or - buttons.

Disclaimer: 

Always consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. 

This general information is not intended to diagnose any medical condition or to replace your healthcare professional. 

Consult with your healthcare professional to design an appropriate exercise prescription. 

If you experience any pain or difficulty with these exercises, stop and consult your healthcare provider. 

Results may vary. The benefits mentioned above are dependent on each individual and it may not help or be evident in all individuals.

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