Accessible ways to sense and direct each prana vayufrom breath to bandha, asana, and subtle imagery.
From Prana Vayus Study Guide on ashtanga.tech
The Shala Daily
YOGA • PHILOSOPHY • LIFE
February 16, 2026
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✦ PHILOSOPHY ✦
Practices for the Five Vayus
Accessible ways to sense and direct each prana vayu—from breath to bandha, asana, and subtle imagery.
🕉️ KEY CONCEPTS
Prana Vayu
inward and upward force of inspiration
Apana Vayu
downward and outward force of elimination
Samana Vayu
balancing force at the navel, assimilation
Udana Vayu
upward force of expression and growth
"These subtle currents shape our practice from within, offering a pathway for energy to flow more freely and consciously."
— MJH
When approached with gentleness and awareness, vayu practices help you sense and shape energy—on the mat and in daily life.
— MJH
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