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MODULE-5 prāńāyāma

Yogic Practices
2) If a person is suffering from severe migraine or headaches it is best to practise
with open eyes.

Vayu Mudra

This mudra is also called as Vayu shaamak mudra because
it is useful to decrease air element within the body.

Method
Note
1) Press the tip of both index fingers into the root of
thumbs.
2) Now fold your thumb inwards so that it presses the
index finger lightly.

3) The other fingers should be held straight.
4) This can be done in any sitting pose, which are used Fig.22.3: Vayu Mudra
while doing meditation.

Benefits
1) It helps to balance the air inside the body.

2) It solves the problems such as flatulence and joint pain.
3) If one feels uneasy after a meal, it should be practised in the Vajra Asana
(Diamond Pose).

4) It is helpful in reducing Parkinson’s disease.
5) It helps in decreasing anxiety and restlessness.
6) It is effective in hormonal imbalances.

Duration
Daily practice of 30-45 minutes is enough to get best results. To get quick results
it is preferred in early morning with meditation posture.

Precautions
1) After getting relief in pain one should release the
mudra. It is not beneficial to continue for longer
duration after getting relief in pain.

Surya Mudra

It is one of the most famous Mudra in hand mudras. The
practice of this mudra is useful in reducing earth element
within the body.

Fig.22.4: Surya Mudra
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