Alternate Nostril Breathing (Nadi Shodhana)
Balance brain hemispheres and calm energy channels with classical yogic pranayama.
Inhale Left Nostril
Close right nostril with thumb. Breathe in smoothly through left nostril (4s).
About Alternate Nostril Breathing Visualizer (Nadi Shodhana)
Harmonize the left and right hemispheres of your brain and purify subtle energy channels with our Alternate Nostril Breathing Visualizer (Nadi Shodhana). Provides clear visual indicators showing which nostril to close, inhale through, hold, and exhale through in classical yogic sequence.
Nadi Shodhana Features
- đŋ Classical Yogic Flow: Left Inhale â Hold â Right Exhale â Right Inhale â Hold â Left Exhale.
- đ Visual Nostril Indicator: Clear visual cues showing which nostril to gently close with your thumb or ring finger.
- âąī¸ Custom Ratio Controls: 1:1:1 or 1:2:2 classical pranayama ratios.
- đ§ Vagus Nerve Stimulation: Helps lower heart rate and reduce stress before meditation or sleep.
Hand Position for Nadi Shodhana (Vishnu Mudra)
- Place your right thumb lightly over your right nostril and your right ring finger over your left nostril.
- Close right nostril with thumb, inhale slowly through left nostril.
- Close both nostrils and hold breath gently for target seconds.
- Release thumb, exhale slowly through right nostril; then inhale through right and switch.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does Nadi Shodhana mean?
In Sanskrit, 'Nadi' means energy channel and 'Shodhana' means purification. It purifies Ida (cooling/lunar) and Pingala (heating/solar) nadis.
When should I practice alternate nostril breathing?
It is ideal before meditation, during afternoon slumps to regain mental clarity, or before bedtime to quiet thoughts.
Is this Nadi Shodhana visualizer free?
Yes, it is 100% free with full step-by-step guidance.
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