Suryabhedan || Psychic Supercharger || Winter Beater || Weight Loss || Surya Anulom Vilom Pranayama

Associated with the characteristics of the Sun, prolonged practice of Suryabhedan ingrains the quality of awakened energy, vitality and dynamism in you. It makes your mind alert, perceptive and thereby, preparing you towards the path of meditation. Your Nervous System especially Sympathetic Nervous System is revitalized and blockages in the pathway of energy channels are removed.
As it is energizing in nature, it is also recommended during stress & depression, low BP, Sinus cleansing, infertility, balancing Vata & Kapha, to change the flow of tamasic energy to a vibrant one by increasing your alertness, concentration & bringing about changes for ‘Readiness for Action’.

It has been seen that frequent prolonged practice of Suryabhedan alone can be very effective in weight loss. It increases the temperature of the body, thereby, burns the accumulated toxins. Basal Metabolic Rate increases by regular practices, which helps in burning fat as well.

Suryabhedan Pranayam is one of the important pranayamas described in the classical yogic texts. ‘Surya means ‘Sun’, ‘Bhedan’ refers to ‘Piercing’ or ‘awakening’, thereby, stimulating and awakening energy within the physical and pranic bodies.

Duration & Frequency - Prolonged practice of Suryabhedan has shown multiple benefits. However, one needs to have that level of readiness, in terms of having a toxin free body & mind. As a beginner, it is advisable to start with 10 rounds. Over time, practice can be extended to 10 to 15 minutes. Do not exceed 20 minutes of practice at one stretch as exceeding 30 minutes can cause imbalance in the breathing cycle.

Time of practice - The preferable time of practice is on an empty stomach in the morning.

Avoid - • Not to be practiced in case of blocked nostril, hypertension, heart problem, hyperthyroid, anxiety, anger, epilepsy, peptic ulcer or when suffering from external heat boils, fever or constipation.