Ujjayi Breath Introduction

Ujjayi (pronounced oo-jai) is commonly translated as “victorious breath,” it has been used for thousands of years within yogic pranayama traditions. Ujjayi breath can provide an anchor point for the mind during meditation and breathwork aiding in focus. Ujjayi is also commonly referred to as the “oceanic breath,” for the beautiful rumbling sound that Ujjayi provides, this sound creates vagal tone which is very therapeautic and healing for the nervous system.