[Bhastrika Kriya]
A Kriya is an inner energy process that utilizes the breath. The breath can be used as a tool to do many things with the body and the mind. Bhastrika kriya purifies the blood, increases one’s lung capacity, and also relaxes the whole system. The combined effect allows one to breathe more easily and efficiently.
A human being breaths 12 to 15 times per minute normally. The number of normal breaths per minutes should come down with the practice of Bhastrika. Bhastrika Kriya is not to be reduced just to a practice. Its a certain possibility that happens within you.
– Sadhguru
Introduction
▵ A Kriya is an inner energy process that utilizes the breath. The breath can be used as a tool to do many things with the body and the mind. Bhastrika kriya purifies the blood, increases one’s lung capacity, and also relaxes the whole system. The combined effect allows one to breathe more easily and efficiently.
Benefits
▵ Due to its particular effectiveness on the respiratory system, the Bhastrika kriya provides relief from Asthma, Allergies & Sinusitis.
▵ It will also help with Diabetes, Hormonal Imbalance & Skin diseases.
Spiritual Significance
▵ A human being breaths 12 to 15 times per minute normally. The number of normal breaths per minutes should come down with the practice of Bhastrika. Bhastrika Kriya is not to be reduced just to a practice. Its a certain possibility that happens within you. – Sadhguru
▵ If you are breathing approximately 15 times per minute, you will be exactly in sync with the revolution of the Earth. If your heartbeat is in the range of 70 to 72, then your heart is also in sync with the breath, and the breath is in sync with the revolutions of the Earth. This is a simple way of bringing an absolute sense of harmony in the physical system. If you do this, the compulsiveness of the body will go away. – Excerpt from How to Be in Sync with Everything (Isha)
▵ If your breath becomes between eleven and twelve instead of fifteen, you will know the language of all the creatures on this planet, the birds and the animals. If your breath goes down to nine, you will know the very language of Mother Earth. – Excerpt from How to Be in Sync with Everything (Isha)
Program Guidelines
Completion of Surya Kriya, Yogasanas or Angamardana is a prerequisite. This programme is open to ages 14 and above.
Please come on an empty stomach condition: Finish a meal 4 hours prior to the class, snack 2.5 hours prior, beverage or cigarette 1.5 hours before the class.
Due to the nature of the practices taught, there are some contraindications. People who fall under any of the below categories are not eligible to participate at this time:
▵ Women who are currently pregnant
▵ Anyone who has had a major open surgery within the last 6 months
▵ Anyone who has had a laparoscopic surgery or any severe muscular injury within the last 6 weeks
▵ As a general note, always consult and follow your doctor’s advice.