Morning breath exercise to charge your energy system, with Esther Ekhart

This Pranayama exercise is part of the "Strong core - Radiant health" program on EkhartYoga. Inspired by Wim Hof, it will charge your body and energy system and open your mind.
Contraindications: If you have an existing medical condition (physical or mental health issues), please check with your doctor if deep breathing and breath retentions are suitable for you. If you are menstruating or are pregnant, skip the deep breathing, breath retentions and the cold shower.
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[@melodiscarsbrookmusic]

The exercise starts at 2:40 😊

[@yoelhalb]

The WimHof method, nice

[@hemantsharma17]

Doing this for last 2 years. Dhanyawaad 🙏

[@karishmakalesh]

Going to make sure to add this practice every morning ! Thank you

[@MrThejohanson]

You are a saviour Esther! Many thanks that you created yourself.

[@qwnjes]

Love, love, love that you are doing this and adding more pranayama videos. There is so many great resources on asanas (including yours) but not as many on the other parts of yoga, especially if you want to advance beyond basics. So thank you!

[@bondpaz]

Did this first thing in the morning and it was awesome!!! Thanks!

[@chrissyarce3429]

I have to say, Thank you!! I tried this out this morning. the loudest noise in my house was the ticking clock and couple roosters outside. haha I had a moment that I was in absolute silence.. it shocked me out of place TBH but it was the best feeling in the world.. I like y'alls work. I'm looking forward to keep up with your videos. 😃

[@yogatherapywithjeffrey9318]

This is great Esther. Thank you so much. I like the pace of the bastrika that you led. I think slower is better as it encourages focusing on continuing to breathe as deeply as possible. My lineage of Kripalu yoga in the USA encompasses a very strong pranayama and bandha practice, so as a result I was quite comfortable with these techniques!

[@jaypixelmuffin]

wow, thank you so much. i started the cold showers with a "30 day cold shower challenge" over almost 3 months ago and the next challenge would have been to take on the wim hof's breathing technique. but somehow i couldn't bring myself to try it, which is totally crazy because i didn't hesitate to cold shower for 5 minutes ;) thanks again for bringing me the wim hof method closer and motivating me by your calm voice. bless you ^_^*

[@tarintravels]

Thank you for this beautiful practice! Feeling energized and ready for the day. Also, the headache I had when I started the video is now gone 🙌🏾

[@Ekhartyoga]

Wonderful!

[@19eightytw0]

Loved this, thank you 🌈 💜

[@vitico24]

Thank you so much! Your video has made my mornings so much better

[@Ekhartyoga]

Your comment made ours better! ;)

[@Lexicologistical]

Thank you.

[@lisak663]

Namaste, ladies! God bless you....

[@Ekhartyoga]

Thank you Lisa

[@ElPanchito33]

Namaste.

[@zeenath5830]

thankyou i truly learnt and enjoyed it.

[@electralight8866]

Very beautiful thank you🙏❤️🌹

[@ajmera4958]

Charged my energy. Its great

[@cdwb94]

Got a little dizzy so I'm glad you prepared me for that. Overall the exercise was inviting, motivating, and my body enjoyed it. I wasn't really feeling the "third eye" comment but I enjoyed the quieting of my mind the exercise brought . Focusing on the 30 count sequence really helped me tune out the world and focus on just "being in the moment of no pain or anxieties". I look forward to increasing my breathing techniques to help manage my pain and emotions. Thank you!

[@Ekhartyoga]

Thanks Carolyn

[@marijailic6309]

Thank you so much! I tried many breathing techniques, but this morning breath is fantastic, it is great when I feel depressed to start day with this!

[@Ekhartyoga]

Fantastic Marija! Great to hear it helps you!

[@shaqkha6290]

This is awesome info

[@interestandfun9190]

Wim hof

[@gismopatch]

Heck yeah

[@mnikolaeva6562]

thank you! Im definately enjoying this!

[@katMFpugs]

Thank you always, Ester, I hope to do my yoga teacher training with you in the near future. All my love and gratitude.

[@Go_Won_Hee]

This was a wonderful experience ....I feel purified ... this was so important for me on this corona days at home..Namaste with love

[@Ekhartyoga]

Thank you Aleph. Sending you peace and love

[@fgcdennis]

stumble on this video incredibly high, i actually started noticing clearer thinking while still being very high after about the 4th replay of this video. my new hobby!

[@drsiddharthkothari2501]

Superb

[@ohsoleohmio]

was surprised that i couldnt see their stomach expanding on in breath but the opposite after hearing how this is expected from many meditation or yogic gurus etc

[@FitoreBerishaIceland]

Briliant thank you so much for guided breathing...its just amazing

[@thomas8elliott]

Thank you that was beautiful. I have just come back from a wonderful Colorfest in Dorset and following up with y practice was great.Namaste

[@allyriaflow7534]

That was great! I feel so revitalised and warm. I'm sure this will come in very much use through the upcoming cold months of lethargy. :) I'm curious, why are there 10-15 second of holding the inhale? Thanks! Been following you for about 10 years. Much love from Taiwan.

[@AnthonyPolanco]

The Science of Yogic Breathing by William Walker Atkinson says that holding the breath allows all of the blood cells in the lungs to capture all of the oxygen available - so basically for maximum efficiency! IF my memory serves me correctly :-)

[@allyriaflow7534]

Why that specific length of time, is my exact question. I'm sure it has to do with beginners practicing. Yoga teacher/therapist/student here. :)

[@rossi7056]

This may be incorrect, or partially correct, but I think the held breath on the inhale is due to the fact that too much oxygen intake can cause hyperventilation/light-headedness if not balanced with exhalation. When cueing an unsupervised population as is what she does here, it's safer for her audience, physically speaking, (and her, legally speaking) to limit the intake of air.

[@rossi7056]

+Ekhart Yoga is that right?

[@helloworld20202]

The wim hof method

[@Raehajangle7]

What’s the name of this pranayama ?

[@jonathannadeau6218]

This is the same as the Wim Hof technique ! Did you borrow it from him ? You even recommend the same cold shower time.

[@maxkuhn9209]

Havent read much about IT hu? :D

[@cherishbehrendt772]

💛🙏💛🙏💛🙏

[@rainiermanzanoinfante7680]

After the second the round, my stomach area started to tighten and and I started feeling the tingling sensation. Is this normal? This is my first time doing this?

[@Shambolic2000]

Yes it's normal, don't worry. If you're unsure about the Wim Hof breathing, just search for "Wim Hof breathing guide" on KZbin and you'll get some good instructional videos.

[@majedahmed5410]

Wim Hof Method ...!

[@musicjunkie421]

These methods have been around for thousands of years

[@abenteuerseele]

It is the Wim Hof Method.

[@11Talltree]

Nicole Effendy Wim is open mouth. Big difference I believe? I’m confused conflicted 🤔

[@melissareeder99]

Is there a reason for shallow, chest breathing, rather than letting the belly relax so the diaphragm can expand all the way

[@rhansini2567]

Can do hypertension patient

[@Ekhartyoga]

Hello Ravi, It's best to get advice from your doctor about breathing techniques and exercise in general, if you have hypertension.

[@IRLiAm]

Hello link to the article seems to be broken, what's the title of it so I can search for it on the blog?

[@veroniquepomercy4409]

Thank you!How we call this pranayama?

[@christinecoen.burnoutcoach]

Thank you! I will give this type of breathing a try! I do different movements and stretches to get my body moving as well as a similar breathing technique I learned through Tony Robbins. I actually just made a video on my channel about my morning rituals that set me up to have a focused and positive day. Would LOVE for you to check it out if you can. Definitely liking and subscribing to your channel. -Christine

[@fearlessway]

why are you breathing with your shoulders and chest?

[@cfp3252]

😽😻

[@josephcrane9182]

This is same with wim hof breathing technique

[@user-kc1ml3zy3l]

I cannot do in 15min

[@TheVeroushka]

I love your videos but hearing you breathing that loud is a complete no-no. How can you concentrate on his own breathing when your fill all the space ?