Step 3
Eyes and Head Pain Workouts
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PRACTICE
Sheetkari Pranayama
(Alternative for Sheetali Pranayama)
AWARENESS
On hissing sound
On cooling sensation of the inhaled breath
BENEFITS
It reduces body heat.
Affects important brain centres associated with biological drives and temperature regulations.
Used as a tranquilliser before sleep as it relaxes muscles.
It helps in controlling hunger and thirst.
SAFETY MEASURES
Avoid this practice when you have a cold.
METHOD
This is suggested for the ones who are unable to do sheetali pranayama.
**Sit in Yogame posture.
Eyes closed.
Fingers placed in ***Chin Mudra or palms on thighs. Hold the teeth lightly together. Separate the lips, exposing the teeth. Take a deep inhalation through the gaps of the teeth. A hissing sound is produced.
Close your mouth and hold your breath for 10 to 15 seconds. Exhale through your nostrils.
This is 1 set.
After practice, keep your eyes closed and observe your breath for a few seconds. Once done, open your eyes and relax.
DURATION
Beginners practice routine - 7 to 10 sets.
Advanced practice routine and in extreme summer - 15 to 20 sets.