Ancient Yoga Breathing Tradition: The Yogi Science of Breath, Paperback/Y. Ramacharaka

A Complete Manual of the Oriental Breathing Philosophy of Physical, Mental, Psychic, and Spiritual Development. Ancient Yoga Breathing Tradition discusses both Western and Eastern breathing philosophies in plain English. These Teachings come from adepts and yogis, but Ramacharaka's fluid writing caters to the modern Western reader. This empowering work helps readers to understand the power of this everyday and often ignored practice. The classic guide covers everything from the esoteric theories of breath to the emotional, mental, physiological, psychic, and spiritual aspects of breathing, along with exercises to develop them. Ramacharaka's ideas merit attention even today not because they are a secret science, but because so many of them work. Among many musicians, swimmers, martial artists, fitness gurus, yoga practitioners, endurance runners, and holistic healers, The Ancient YOGA Breathing Tradition: The Yogi Science of Breath is considered an indispensable reference guide and tool. Features Exotic and esoteric theories of breath Nostril Vs. mouth breathing Seven Yogi developing exercises The Four Methods of Respiration Yogi spiritual breathing.