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Puraka (Inhalation) – Definition & Detailed Explanation – Yoga Philosophy Glossary
I. What is Puraka (Inhalation)? Puraka, also known as inhalation, is one of the three main components of pranayama, the practice of controlling the breath in yoga. In Sanskrit, “puraka” means to fill or expand, which is exactly what happens during this phase of breathing. When practicing puraka, the lungs are filled with fresh oxygen, … Read more