Kundalini Yoga Certification Pranayama & Breath Techniques 2

Question 1

What is the primary energetic effect of Sitali pranayama?

Accepted Answer

Cooling and calming the body and mind

Answer

Sitali involves inhaling through a rolled tongue to cool the body and calm anger or fever.

Question 2

In Kundalini Yoga, 'Breath of Fire' is classified as which type of pranayama?

Accepted Answer

A rapid, rhythmic diaphragmatic breath

Answer

Breath of Fire is a rapid, continuous diaphragmatic breath performed at roughly 2-3 cycles per second.

Question 3

Which pranayama technique is specifically contraindicated for individuals with vertigo?

Accepted Answer

Breath of Fire

Answer

Breath of Fire can exacerbate vertigo due to its rapid pace affecting CO2 levels and inner-ear pressure.

Question 4

What is 'Antar Kumbhaka' in pranayama practice?

Accepted Answer

Internal breath retention after inhale

Answer

Antar Kumbhaka is the deliberate suspension of breath after a full inhale, before the exhale begins.

Question 5

During Breath of Fire, the navel point moves in which direction on the exhale?

Accepted Answer

Inward and upward toward the spine

Answer

On each exhale in Breath of Fire, the navel point pumps inward and upward, driving the breath out actively.

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