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What is pranayama? A beginner’s guide to yogic breathwork
If you’ve been to a yoga class, there’s a good chance you’ve heard your teacher say something like “inhale to lift, exhale to fold.” Maybe you’ve been guided through a deep sigh, or a few moments of stillness where the only instruction was to breathe. That’s pranayama in action — even if you didn’t realize it.
Pranayama is the yogic practice of intentional breathwork, and while it might sound intimidating, at its heart it’s just learning how to use the breath you already have. In fact, it’s one of the most powerful tools yoga offers — not just for your practice on the mat, but for your life beyond it.
6 tips for meditation: How to improve focus and relaxation
Meditation is a powerful tool that can help you relax, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being.
That said, a lot of people find meditation challenging because they struggle to focus. Maybe you think if your mind wanders or if you have any thoughts at all, you’re doing it wrong. Maybe you feel weird having an empty mind. Maybe you have a hard time sitting still, or any other number of reasons you may deter from meditation.
If you're one of those people, never fear, you are far from alone. If you’d like to get into meditation and just aren’t quite sure how, here are some tips to help you get the most out of your practice.