Among the "secret" aspects of
Yoga are the
Bandhas, which may be translated roughly as breathing
exercises. After the
body has been prepared by thorough practice in the different
asanas and clarified by the breathing exercises, the
Yogi is ready for the
Bandhas. These may not be attained immediately since they depend on a full state of body and
mental relaxation for successful attainment.
Uddiana Bandha
By a very strong expiration, the lungs are emptied and .