Types of Pranayama

Jun 8

Pranayama refers to the regulation and control of breathing techniques in yoga. There are various types of pranayama techniques that help increase our lung capacity, calm our mind, and boost our overall well-being. Here are some of the most common pranayama breaths types in yoga:

1. Ujjayi Pranayama - Ujjayi is also known as "ocean breath" as the inhales and exhales sound like waves of the ocean. This technique involves inhaling through the nose and exhaling through the mouth while constricting the throat muscles to create a soft hissing sound.

2. Nadi Shodhan Pranayama - Nadi Shodhan, also known as alternate nostril breathing, is a balancing and calming practice that helps clear the energy channels in our body. This technique involves using the thumb and ring finger to alternate blocking one nostril while inhaling and exhaling through the other.

3. Kapalabhati Pranayama - Kapalabhati is a dynamic breathing technique that cleanses our respiratory system and enhances mental clarity. This technique involves forcefully exhaling air through the nose with quick, short bursts while inhaling passively.

Larissa Rzemienski

Larissa Rzemienski began her yoga journey to heal following the loss of her spouse at a young age. As she dove deeper into her yoga practice, she decided to embark on the journey to become a certified yoga teacher. In 2015 she completed her 200-hour teacher training through LifePower in Tempe, Arizona. In 2019, she completed her 300-hour teacher training through Urban Yoga in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition, Larissa has certifications in Yoga Nidra, Yin Yoga, Meditation, Restorative Yoga, and as a Sound Practitioner. Larissa has also led several yoga teacher training programs for 200 and 300 hour students.

Larissa creates yoga offerings, yoga sequences, and classes that are unique and specialized for all her clients. She weaves in creativity through all her classes and loves learning more about yoga philosophy and yoga sutras. Larissa has served as the local lululemon store ambassador for the past several years and has offered large community events and in-store events for the lululemon community.

Outside of teaching yoga, Larissa is a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified School Guidance Counselor for Grades K-12. She is a telehealth counselor and teaches college courses in counseling and mental health. Larissa has a Master of Counseling degree, M.B.A. in Marketing, and Ed.S. in Leadership.

Larissa also serves as a Wish Granter for Make a Wish Arizona.