Breath science · Pranayama
Kapalbhati
About this Practice
Kapalbhati (Skull-Shining Breath) involves rapid, forceful exhalations. It energises and detoxifies, stimulates the digestive organs, and clears the mind — traditionally practiced at the start of morning sadhana.
Key Benefits
- Massages abdominal organs — beneficial for digestion
- Generates internal heat to purify the respiratory system
- Not recommended during pregnancy or with hypertension
- Begins at 30 rounds/min; advanced practitioners reach 120+
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