Kundalini Kriyas, Asanas, and Pranayama Techniques Flashcards

Which pranayama technique is characterized by alternating nostril breathing to balance the ida and pingala nadis?

Answer: Nadi Shodhana

Nadi Shodhana (alternate nostril breathing) directly balances the two main energy channels, ida (left/lunar) and pingala (right/solar).

In Sat Kriya, the mantra 'Sat Nam' is chanted while performing which action?

Answer: Pumping the navel with each syllable

In Sat Kriya, the navel is pumped inward on 'Sat' and released on 'Nam,' creating rhythmic stimulation of the naval center.

What is the primary purpose of the 'ego eradicator' exercise in Kundalini Yoga?

Answer: Opening the lungs and balancing the brain hemispheres

Ego Eradicator — arms at 60 degrees with thumbs up and Breath of Fire — opens the lungs and integrates the two brain hemispheres.

During Sitali Pranayama, the breath is drawn in through a:

Answer: Curled tongue extended outside the mouth

Sitali pranayama uses a curled or rolled tongue extended outside the mouth to cool and moisten the incoming breath.

Which kriya is specifically designed to cleanse the kidneys and adrenals in Kundalini Yoga?

Answer: Kriya for Kidneys and Adrenals

The Kriya for Kidneys and Adrenals targets those glandular systems through specific movements and breath patterns taught by Yogi Bhajan.

In Kundalini Yoga, 'stretch pose' is held with the legs raised approximately how many inches off the ground?

Answer: 6 inches

Stretch pose is held with legs raised 6 inches off the ground, arms alongside the body, eyes focused on the toes, with Breath of Fire.

What is the function of 'Mul Bandh' (Root Lock) in Kundalini pranayama?

Answer: Sealing and redirecting prana upward through the spine

Mul Bandh contracts the perineum, sex organs, and navel to seal and redirect pranic energy upward through the central channel.