The 3-Part Breath and Ujjayi Breathing

Beginner I
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Our breathing is a natural place to begin when learning how to activate and strengthen the core. Our breath affects how much tension we hold in our bodies, how calm or active our nervous system is and how we use the power that is within us. In this class, the first of a series of three on core stability, David teaches you two breathing techniques that you may use in all of your future classes. The second class in this series is Integrating the Breath and the Bandhas and the third class is Finding Stability In All Poses. You can also find all three together in our program Establish Your Core Stability and Strength and on our Yoga for Beginners page.

Looking for more of a challenge? Check out the 14-Day Intermediate Challenge here.

Equipment

  • None

Focus

  • Sleep/Relaxation
  • Stress/Anxiety
  • Vigorous/Energy

Style

  • Gentle Yoga
  • Hatha Yoga
  • Pranayama Yoga
  • Yoga for Back Care
beginner
February 15, 2019
Comment:

When I inhale, things seem to shrink instead of expand. What am I doing wrong?

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David Procyshyn
February 19, 2019
Comment:

I think that likely means that your belly is getting smaller while your ribs are expanding. Does that sound right? It's fine, but you can work on trying to expand the belly/lower back area as well through practice.

Annette23
January 21, 2019
Comment:

This is such a wonderful class to return to again and again. Sometimes I forget to breathe :-) David, I love how calm your voice makes me feel. Just lovely.

tazboi
September 30, 2018
Comment:

I really want to enjoy and relax while doing this but the static is so loud it takes away from that. Can someone remove the static and re-up the video?

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David Procyshyn
October 1, 2018
Comment:

Hi there. Yes, there is a bit of white noise in this video. We unfortunately are unable to remove it. Sorry!