In this episode, Arundhati leads you through a full pranayama masterclass. You'll get to practice pranayama & learn about a few techniques via this episode.

Episode Highlights:

• Defining the word ‘pranayama’
• Parts of respiration
• Nadi Shodhana, the king of pranayama practice
• Pranayama is not meant to be rushed
• Stage 1: Preparatory practice
  • Nasikagra Mudra
  • Guided self-practice for stage one
• Stage 2: Equalizing the breath
  • Guided self-practice for stage two
  • How we tend to force our breath out
• Stage 3: Antara Kumbhaka
  • Guided self-practice for stage three
• Recap of the three stages of the practice

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In this episode, I'm giving you a teaser of my Pranayama class by talking about the different groups of Pranayama practices. You'll be amazed to know how each type impacts our body and spirit. And did you know that there is such a thing called Pranayama Sequencing? I can't wait to get into all that and more in our upcoming training and immersion.

Episode Highlights:

• The three main groups of Pranayama practices
• Why is Vitalizing Pranayama also called Energizing Pranayama?
• Tranquilizing Pranayama and what it does to the body
• Which is the most beginner-friendly among the different types of Pranayama?
• The reason why Classical Pranayama is considered as a unique category

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In today’s episode, I share the top five most frequently asked questions about Pranayama practice. Since I’ve been doing & teaching pranayama for over a decade, these questions come up time & time again. So I decided to put them in a podcast episode for you to have easy access. Pranayama is truly a practice that we should be indulging more in. Whether you teach yoga or do you’re a student. There is so much to this ancient practice.

Episode Highlights:

• What is the meaning of Pranayama?
• What does one need to do to start learning Pranayama?
• Why does Pranayama need to be done on an empty stomach?
• How often should you change your Pranayama sequence?
• Is Pranayama a form of meditation?

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In this episode, we’re exploring the key differences between teaching asana and pranayama. While asana relies on variety, movement, and physical guidance, pranayama is rooted in simplicity, stillness, and vocal instruction. Asana can be energizing and dynamic, whereas pranayama offers a deeper, more introspective experience that leaves both teachers and students feeling calm and centered. If you’ve ever wondered how breathwork compares to movement-based yoga, this episode will give you a fresh perspective.

Episode Highlights:

• Difference 1: Variety vs. Simplicity
• Difference 2: Teaching Timelines
• Difference 3: Sequencing
• Difference 4: Study Time
• Difference 5: Depth of Your Teaching
• Difference 6: Helps You Slow Down
• Difference 7: Level of Student Guidance Needed
• Difference 8: Less Demo, More Voice
• Difference 9: Class Duration and Physical Stamina
• Difference 10: Effect on Mind and Body

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Today, I’m excited to share with you five carefully chosen yoga poses that can greatly enhance your Pranayama practice. These asanas are designed to improve your physical alignment, heighten your body awareness, and expand your breath capacity, all essential elements for more effective breathwork.

Episode Highlights:

• Supta Matsyasana (Supine Fish Pose)
• Gomukhasana Arms (Cow Face Pose – Arms Only)
• Utthita Parsvakonasana (Extended Side Angle Pose)
• Sukhasana (Easy Pose)
• Parivrtta Supta Garudasana (Supine Revolved Eagle Pose)

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In this episode, I explore the fascinating and often overlooked role of breathing in our daily lives. From the 20,000 breaths we take each day to the transformative benefits of nasal breathing, I uncover how simple practices can enhance oxygen intake, brain function, and stress regulation. I also highlight remarkable facts about our respiratory system, like the 11,000 liters of air our lungs process daily and the importance of full exhalation for better oxygen absorption. Drawing connections to cultural and scientific insights, I emphasize the universal importance of breath for health and well-being.

Episode Highlights:

• The average breath we take daily is 20,000.  
• Nasal breathing is your superpower.
• Exhalation is crucial.
• The lungs process 11,000 liters of air daily and house 480 million alveoli.
• We lose water through breathing.
• Breath-holding records.
• Most fat is exhaled as carbon dioxide.  
• Posture affects lung capacity.  
• Lungs aren’t muscles.
• Slow breathing stimulates the vagus nerve.
• Mouth breathing can lead to health and structural issues.
• Tibetan monks use specialized breathing techniques to generate inner heat.
• Different cultures all over the world celebrate the breath.

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I know many of you have been waiting for my annual Pranayama Yoga Teacher Training and I’m very excited to share that the wait is finally over. As you’re listening to this episode, all the details are live and the waitlist is open.

To get a first-hand experience of what it’s like inside this course, I looked at one of our older Pranayama podcast episodes that I wanted to share with you. I want to allow you to practice a little Pranayama with me via this podcast. So what I’m sharing with you today is called Breathe into the New Year: A Mini Pranayama Class and Sequencing Guide.

Pranayama Episode Highlights:

• Defining the word ‘pranayama’
• Parts of respiration
• Nadi Shodhana, the king of breath practice
• Why it’s not meant to be rushed
• Stage 1: Preparatory practice
• Nasikagra Mudra
• Guided self-practice for stage one
• Stage 2: Equalizing the breath
• Guided self-practice for stage two
• How we tend to force our breath out
• Stage 3: Antara Kumbhaka
• Guided self-practice for stage three
• Recap of the three stages of the practice

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In this episode, we're going to do a deep dive to figuring out the answers to these two important questions. I'm going to give you very clear markers to work with. I want this episode to be a reminder that preparing yourself for pranayama is very important. That way, you resonate with it deeply as you explore the practice. Because there is nothing imaginary in pranayama, it is an exact science and a precise system that has been handed over by Yogis for centuries with care and caution.

Episode Highlights:

• Part 1: How do you know you are ready to do a deep dive into pranayama study?
  • Step 1: Understand where pranayama begins
  • Step 2: Understand the role of time and the maturation of practice
  • Step 3: The importance of understanding the role of your source for pranayama
  • Step 4: Replace the “I want more” mindset with more refinement
  • Step 5: Find more Ananda within you in this practice
• Part 2: When do you know you are ready to teach pranayama?
  • You have a deeply established asana practice
  • You are prepared to lead others
  • Okay with not teaching pranayama

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Tune in to this year end message from Arundhati. She’s walking you through what’s in store for 2025 on this podcast and beyond. 

If you’re ready for enhanced yoga enrichment in the new year, then tune in. You wouldn’t want to miss this update. 

Happy New Year! 

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In this episode, Indu Arora returns to explore the profound topic of enlightenment, or Samadhi, in yoga. Through an engaging and insightful discussion, she unpacks the concept of Samadhi as a state of total absorption and balance, achieved through consistent practice, silence, and discernment. Indu delves into the types of Samadhi described in yogic texts, the role of preparatory practices like pratyahara and dhyana, and the importance of cultivating humility and clarity on this path. She emphasizes that enlightenment is not a fleeting magical event but a process of everyday courage and sincerity, offering ripple effects of harmony within individuals and the wider world.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding enlightenment (Samadhi) in yoga
• Is Samadhi temporary?
• Types of Samadhi
• The Role of Silence (Mauna)
• The importance of enlightenment
• Is enlightenment for everyone?
• Ego and enlightenment
• Qualities of a Seeker
• Hard work is always valuable.

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