1. The Power of Breath
Kundalini yoga allows for untapped energy to uncoil along your bodies seven energy centers (or chakras). Serious yoga students seek to harness the power of the Kundalini. Breathing is an integral part of any yoga practice and provides a main foundation for the flow of energy and exercise. Breathing in Kundalini quickly oxygenates the muscles and mind and allows vitality to flow freely. The breath detoxifies impurities and cleanses stress and negative energies through conscious attention. Kundalini breathing also builds lung capacity and allows for your body to synchronize with the rhythm of your heart. Various energy centers awaken with the flow of breath throughout the body. The benefits of breath go far beyond Kundalini, but learning to slow the nervous system through conscious breathing is extremely important in maintaining balance while awakening the Kundalini.
2. Filling Up the Lungs
Learning how to breathe properly may seem ridiculous as human beings breathe every day to maintain life and function. However many people do not pay attention to the rhythm and expansion of their breath. Many people breathe shallowly, or hold their breaths, which prevents vital energy from flowing into the mind and body. Kundalini teaches how to breath consciously and fill up the lungs so negative energies can be cast out of the system. The full breath is the first stage of learning Kundalini breathing. You must fill the lung capacity and chest cavity with air. Putting your hand on their chest, you should see no rise in the chest as it should begin in the abdomen then as the inhalation continues, the chest and hand should rise along with it. Perfect this method first before moving on to more difficult breathing methods.
3. Slow and Steady
The art of slow breathing is something that is also taught in Kundalini; it allows the mind and body to slowly fill up with rejuvenating oxygen. The aim is to sit in a seated (preferably lotus position) and practice (five minutes at a time at first) breathing in as slowly as possible, filling up the abdomen and then the lungs. It is often helpful to count when breathing. See how long you can prolong filling up the lungs, and then spend an equal amount of time exhaling. The trick to this kind of breathing is to take it as slowly as possible without becoming tired or fatigued.
4. Fire Breather
The most advanced and intense form of Kundalini yoga breathing utilizes nostril breathing and mouth exhalation. This form of breathing has powerful energetic qualities and allows a large amount of oxygen to flood to the brain before exhalation. It can be dangerous to undertake and should ideally be guided by a knowledgeable guru. Relaxing during the breath of fire will make it easier to perform. Sit straight up and count your nasal breath inhalation and exhalation repetitions (starting at only one minute at a time) to effectively induce the breath of fire.
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