Bandhas
The bandhas are energetic locks in the body. They help to protect you as you move through your practice, and create heat within the body, controlling the movement of energy.
Mula Bandha is the root lock and is located in the pelvis.
Uddiyana Bandha is the abdominal lock.
Jalandhara Bandha is located in the throat.
Hasta Bandha is the hand lock, and is achieved by keeping the hands active.
Pada Bandha is the foot lock and is achieved by keeping the feet active.
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