Wellness Yoga Series
General Respiratory Wellness #SpongeYourLungs
The respiratory system is a subtle yet dynamic system embedded in the human body. It is one the system which creates a constant communication between our internal and external environment. Respiratory tract anatomically begins at the nostril continues through the nasal cavity, merges at the back of the oral cavity to form the throat. Down below the throat, in front of the oesophagus, the respiratory tract is modified into a larynx, the voice box. It continues down into the centre of the chest as the trachea. The end of the trachea is at the beginning of two sturdy bronchus which permeates into the lung tissue through repeated branching divisions. The end of this is at the alveolus, the grape-like air sacs laden with the capillary network which allows for gaseous exchange. Marvellously structured, the respiratory system is the core system responsible for life to exist.
INTRODUCTION
The respiratory system is a subtle yet dynamic system embedded in the human body. It is one the system which creates a constant communication between our internal and external environment. Respiratory tract anatomically begins at the nostril continues through the nasal cavity, merges at the back of the oral cavity to form the throat. Down below the throat, in front of the oesophagus, the respiratory tract is modified into a larynx, the voice box. It continues down into the centre of the chest as the trachea. The end of the trachea is at the beginning of two sturdy bronchus which permeates into the lung tissue through repeated branching divisions. The end of this is at the alveolus, the grape-like air sacs laden with the capillary network which allows for gaseous exchange. Marvellously structured, the respiratory system is the core system responsible for life to exist.
Breathing techniques called as Pranayama in the yogic system allows for the preservation and regulation of both the health and function of the respiratory system. A dynamic physical stretching of the body is also pivotal in maintaining the health of the respiratory system. Many respiratory diseases can easily be kept at bay and proven to be reversed altogether by these practices!
What can you anticipate to learn in this 3-hour workshop?
- Apply a few fundamental breathing techniques known to help clear the nasal cavity and respiratory tract from excessive mucus accumulation, balance the gaseous concentration in blood, eliminate free radicals and improves cellular respiration
- Increase oxygenation and maximize the utilisation of lung capacity
- Apply chest opening body poses to induce diaphragmatic breathing in stressful conditions
- Techniques to regulate the temperature of the air inside the body
- Techniques to use different respiratory muscles of the body and the best combination to minimize work done for breathing
- Gain insight into the right posture to maximize breathing efficiency
- Practice basic body poses which enhances mucous draining from different parts of the airway system
Who should attend this workshop?
Individuals who have sleeping problems due to:
- Improper breathing
- Nasal septum deviation
- Thickening of mucosal covering in the nose
- Polyps in the nose
- Unknown cause of blood in phlegm
Individuals whose lung capacity is compromised due to:
- Smoking
- Exposure to environmental hazards, chemicals and pollution
Individuals with snoring issues, facial heaviness and nose blocks.Children and adults who have or have had any of the following respiratory issues:
- Recurrent coughs
- Allergic sneezing
- Wheezing
- Discoloured phlegm
- Habituated mouth breathing
- Nasal congestion
- A runny nose
*Children below 12 years must be accompanied by parent/guardian
This workshop is also recommended to:
- Yoga instructors
- Occupational therapists
- Physiotherapists
- General public who wants to gain greater understanding about the respiratory health