The Upward Flying Bandha.
While performing Uddiyana bandha, the muscle of the diaphragm is stretched in upward direction; hence this bandha is termed as Uddiyana Bandha (Upward flying)
Uddiyana Bandha strengthens the digestive fire and tonifies the body's energetic core, focusing on the navel. The abdominal organs are massaged, toned and purified and the adrenal glands are balanced by the abdominal contraction. Uddiyana Bandha it can be combined with Nauli shatkarma. Uddiyana Bandha is also be combined with Mula and Jalandhara Bandas to create the great lock, Maha Bandha.
The diaphragm is moved to a great extent in this bandh, hence the muscles of the diaphragm get well exercised and this movement also helps in the regular breathing and pranayama practice
Uddiyana Bandha is said to be indispensable for the study of pranayama. The air pressure resulting in pranayama is regulated in proper direction due to the position of this bandha. Also uddiyana bandha raises the rubbish that needs burning up toward the flame.
The Bandha works the solar plexus. The solar plexus is located just back of the pit of the stomach on either side of the spinal column. The name “solar” is well bestowed upon this major nerve plexus, as it radiates energy to all parts of the body. According to the yogic texts it is the great storehouse of prana, the manipura chakra.
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