Basic Information on Pranayam Yoga
Pranayama is the practice of breath regulation. It’s a main component of yoga, an exercise for physical and mental wellness. In Sanskrit, “prana” means life energy and “yama” means control.
Pranayam is the ancient science of breath control.
The practice of pranayama involves breathing exercises and patterns. You purposely inhale, exhale and hold your breath in a specific sequence.
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