Why Lion's Breath isn't just for Little Kids

Lions Breath 

Lions breath is also known as simha pranayama.  

How to do it:

Start in a seated position, start to take a few deep inhales and exhales. Once you feel ready you can take a deep inhale and open the mouth wide, make a large exhale while opening the mouth as wide as you can, and engaging the chin and neck as you also stick out the tongue.  

Benefits:  
Stretches the muscles in the face, neck, and throat 
Relieves tension and tightness 
Improves circulation 
Energetic and awakening 
Eases the mind 
Helps relieve TMJ 
Relieves headaches 
Helps open the throat chakra (Vishudha) 

Bandhas that could be used:  
Mulabanda  
Jalandhara bandha

 
Contradictions: 
Attempt this breath carefully if you have had a recent or chronic neck or face or tongue injury.

  Lion

_Jessica Schermeister