Secret garden

Pause your hectic life
With breath technique and maybe find 
An exquisite stillness 
That soothes your body and mind
 
Inhale and exhale 
With a steady rhythm and pace 
Let go of your worries 
And embrace the inner grace 

Hold your breath for a moment 
And feel the energy rise 
Release it with a sigh 
And open your eyes 

You have just practiced pranayama 
A yoga art of breathing well 
Now you are calm and balanced 
And ready to excel

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Yoga ratio breathing

Yoga ratio breathing is a type of pranayama, which is a practice of controlling and regulating the breath. Pranayama can help calm and balance the mind and body, increase oxygen to the brain, and reduce stress and anxiety.

There are different types of yoga ratio breathing, but they all involve adjusting the length of inhalation, exhalation, and retention of breath. The most common ratio is 1:2, which means inhaling for one count and exhaling for two counts2. For example, you can inhale for 4 seconds and exhale for 8 seconds. This helps to relax the nervous system and slow down the heart rate.

Some other ratios are 1:4:2, which means inhaling for one count, holding the breath for four counts, and exhaling for two counts, and 4:7:8, which means inhaling for 4 seconds, holding the breath for 7 seconds, and exhaling for 8 seconds. These ratios help to increase the prana or life force energy in the body and create a sense of inner harmony.

To practice yoga ratio breathing, you need to sit comfortably with a straight spine and a relaxed body. You can use a timer or a metronome to keep track of the counts. You can also use your fingers to count the breaths. Start by breathing normally and then gradually adjust your breathing to follow the ratio you choose. Breathe slowly and smoothly through your nose and down into your belly. Do not force or strain your breath. If you feel dizzy, lightheaded, or uncomfortable, stop and return to normal breathing. You can practice yoga ratio breathing for a few minutes or up to 20 minutes.

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