Bandhas and mudras for sexual hormonal levels

In yoga, bandhas and mudras regulate endocrine (glandular) secretions in the body, re-balance hormonal levels, help release suppressed anxieties and blocks and therefore help to regain a state of renewed health on a physical, emotional and mental level. They help us to feel more relaxed and as a result we feel more in touch with our bodies. Today I am giving you three exercises to do that are especially important for sexual performance as they consciously contract muscles in the genital region. The first one contracts the area between the anus and scrotum/clitoris and the perineal body/cervix and helps to improve sexual retention. It will be beneficial to all including those with premature ejaculation problems. The second exercise helps to revitalise inner organs and particularly regularise the adrenal glands so that those with low energy will feel more energised and those that are anxious, more relaxed. The third exercise contracts the anal muscles.
At the physical level these may seem like simple muscular contractions that will give you more physical control during sexual performance but they also work at very deep levels, revitalising you, relaxing you, raising your awareness and thereby improve your sexual performance. It may take you a while to master but be regular and diligent and you will feel the difference.

Caution: Those with heart problems, high blood pressure and pregnant women should avoid these exercises. Those with enlarged thyroids, slipped discs and severe back problems should avoid exercise three.

Exercise 1

EXERCISE 1

• Bend one leg; place the ankle on the opposite thigh close to the groin. Bend the other leg and place the ankle on the thigh of the bent leg, close to the groin. Place your hands on your knees
• Exhale completely, pull up the genital space and close the anal space. Keep the abdominal muscles tight
• Relax the lock and inhale
• Repeat three times only.

Exercise 2

EXERCISE 2

• Stand with your legs apart and slightly bent, the feet out. Rest the palms on the thighs
• Bend your back and exhale forcefully
• Suck in your stomach to create a hollow space
• Hold your breath as long as it is comfortable
• Release contraction and breathe in
• Repeat only three times.

Exercise 3

EXERCISE 3

• Lie flat on the back with your arms by your side
• Slowly raise the legs to a 90 degree position
• Lift the hips and support them with the hands as in exercise one and bend the legs as shown
• In this position, inhale and contract the anal muscles tightly but without strain
• Hold the breath and the contraction for 10 seconds
• Slightly release the contraction and exhale a little, release contraction a little more and exhale a little. Now release contraction completely and exhale completely
• Repeat three times.