APANA VAYU. Downward movement. Have you ever wondered just how wise the body is? There are five involuntary movements governed by the Vata dosha, known as SUB-PRANAS, which enable us to remain balanced and healthy. When these movements become unbalanced, symptoms of discomfort and even illnesses can arise. One of these …
THE SUB-PRANAS AND YOGA All the body’s functions and movements are divided into 5 Pranas (also known as sub-types of Vata or Vayu). Each Sub-Prana has a movement that affects our psyche as well as the proper functioning of our body or physiology. PRANA VAYU (Vitality): Guardian of …