Difference between revisions of "Harmony"
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'''Harmony''' is the default [[training type]] in [{{GPLAY_URL}} Prana Breath] app, with the [[ratio of breath cycle]] equals 1:3:2:1 or 1:4:2:1, depending on the [[training level]] you choose. | '''Harmony''' is the default [[training type]] in [{{GPLAY_URL}} Prana Breath] app, with the [[ratio of breath cycle]] equals 1:3:2:1 or 1:4:2:1, depending on the [[training level]] you choose. | ||
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* harmonizing the psycho-emotional processes | * harmonizing the psycho-emotional processes | ||
* improving general emotional background | * improving general emotional background | ||
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* increasing the stress resistance | * increasing the stress resistance | ||
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This training type, as well as "[[Power]]", is derived from "Vritti Pranayama" (translated to English by B.K.S. Iengar in his book "Light of Pranayama"), an ancient Vedic technique of [[breathing gymnastics]], and adapted to people that don't practice Yoga and/or don't have much time for practice but still need their effect. | This training type, as well as "[[Power]]", is derived from "Vritti Pranayama" (translated to English by B.K.S. Iengar in his book "Light of Pranayama"), an ancient Vedic technique of [[breathing gymnastics]], and adapted to people that don't practice Yoga and/or don't have much time for practice but still need their effect. | ||
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# Choose this pattern in [[Training tab]] or [[Control tab]]. | # Choose this pattern in [[Training tab]] or [[Control tab]]. | ||
# Set the optimal [[training complexity]] so the training brings you joy, yet doesn't seem too easy. Use the options in [[Control tab]] and/or [[Dynamic tab]] to adjust all parameters. | # Set the optimal [[training complexity]] so the training brings you joy, yet doesn't seem too easy. Use the options in [[Control tab]] and/or [[Dynamic tab]] to adjust all parameters. | ||
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* '''NB!''' Be extra careful with this pattern if you have a tendency to hypertension. | * '''NB!''' Be extra careful with this pattern if you have a tendency to hypertension. | ||
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# Choose the [[comfortable position]]. | # Choose the [[comfortable position]]. | ||
# Empty your lungs, breathing out with effort ("Prepare"). | # Empty your lungs, breathing out with effort ("Prepare"). | ||
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# After you're done, you might take some time for meditating and contemplating yourself. | # After you're done, you might take some time for meditating and contemplating yourself. | ||
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How long should I train? How can I combine this pattern with another? Should I always inhale through my nose?<br /> | How long should I train? How can I combine this pattern with another? Should I always inhale through my nose?<br /> | ||
If you have such or other questions, please look through the [[FAQ|FAQ page]]. | If you have such or other questions, please look through the [[FAQ|FAQ page]]. | ||
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Revision as of 22:11, 6 December 2017
Harmony is the default training type in Prana Breath app, with the ratio of breath cycle equals 1:3:2:1 or 1:4:2:1, depending on the training level you choose.
Effects
- harmonizing the psycho-emotional processes
- improving general emotional background
- boosting mood
- giving the feeling of integrity
- enhancing mindfulness
- increasing the stress resistance
Origin, history
This training type, as well as "Power", is derived from "Vritti Pranayama" (translated to English by B.K.S. Iengar in his book "Light of Pranayama"), an ancient Vedic technique of breathing gymnastics, and adapted to people that don't practice Yoga and/or don't have much time for practice but still need their effect.
Setting the training
- Choose this pattern in Training tab or Control tab.
- Set the optimal training complexity so the training brings you joy, yet doesn't seem too easy. Use the options in Control tab and/or Dynamic tab to adjust all parameters.
- Note that this pattern has 2 different training levels; it is recommended to start from "Beginner" and to move on to "Medium" once you are ready.
- NB! Be extra careful with this pattern if you have a tendency to hypertension.
Training process
- Choose the comfortable position.
- Empty your lungs, breathing out with effort ("Prepare").
- Make a full inhaling ("Inhale").
- Perform an air retaining ("Retain").
- Make a full exhaling ("Exhale").
- Perform an air sustain ("Sustain").
- Keep repeating this breath cycle till the end of your training session.
- After you're done, you might take some time for meditating and contemplating yourself.
Other questions
How long should I train? How can I combine this pattern with another? Should I always inhale through my nose?
If you have such or other questions, please look through the FAQ page.