November 21, 2006
Detoxification - Day Seven
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Yoga for detoxification – VII
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According to yoga, there exists an invisible electric circuit in the body, which is made up of 72,000 units (the nadis). The three main nadis are Ida, Pingla and Sushunna, which run along the spine. In order to maintain and keep this electrical circuit problem-free, several techniques are practised that help balance and stabilise our system. It is said that all problems begin somewhere in this electrical circuit. "Nadi Shuddhi Kriya" strengthens the three main nadis, keeping your mind and body healthy enough to resist toxins that attack you all day long.

Exercise 1A, 1B
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• Exercise 1
• Sit in padmasana. Close your eyes
• Close one nostril with the thumb
• Inhale slowly with beej mantra "Ra" in your mind
• Exhale through the same nostril
• Repeat 15 - 20 times
• Practice the same by closing the other nostril.
  
Exercise 2
• Exercise 2
• Sit in padmasana and close your eyes
• Take in a deep breath and feel the air going to the bottom of your spine
• Get fully aware of your spine
• Slowly exhale and relax.