Ujjayi Pranayama - Ocean Breath

UJJAYI PRANAYAMA Ocean Breath • Steadiness • Focus Ujjayi is characterised by a gentle narrowing of the throat during nasal breathing, producing a soft, ocean-like sound. Potential benefits May support: • concentration • breath awareness • relaxation • slower and more controlled breathing • meditative focus • steadiness during yoga practice • awareness of the throat and breath pathway When to practice Excellent: • during yoga • before meditation • during a gentle morning practice • when you want to develop breath control • as a transition from movement into stillness Suggested duration 5–10 minutes During yoga practice, it may be used throughout a suitable sequence if it remains comfortable. Precautions The throat should remain relaxed. The sound should be soft, not loud or strained. Do not deliberately restrict the airway. Stop if you feel throat pain, dizziness or breathlessness. Contraindications People with significant respiratory or throat conditions should seek professional guidance before using prolonged or more intense forms. Disclaimer: The pranayama practices shared by Breathe Academy by Bina are provided for general educational and wellness purposes and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition, nor are they a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practice within your own comfortable limits. Never force the breath, and never continue a technique if you experience pain, dizziness, faintness, unusual shortness of breath, chest discomfort or any other concerning symptom. If you are pregnant, have a cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological or other medical condition, have uncontrolled blood pressure, glaucoma, have recently undergone surgery, or take medication that may affect your cardiovascular or respiratory responses, consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before beginning pranayama—particularly forceful, rapid or breath-retention practices. Beginners should practice the techniques without prolonged breath retention unless they have received appropriate instruction. Never practice forceful pranayama while driving, operating machinery, in water, or in any situation where dizziness or altered breathing could create a safety risk. If you are unsure whether a particular practice is appropriate for you, seek individual professional guidance before practicing.