Review of Ujjayi Breath: Soundtrack to Flow

Overview
Ujjayi softly constricts the back of the throat to create a low, oceanic sound on inhale and exhale. It’s a pacing tool in Vinyasa and a focus cue across styles.

Best for
- Flow classes where breath coordinates transitions; chilly studios where internal heat helps.

Benefits
- Encourages steady rhythm;
- Generates warmth;
- Gives audible feedback when you’re pushing beyond smooth.

Cautions
- Keep it subtle; rasping isn’t required.
- If you feel breathless, ease the throat and reduce effort.

Try this mini‑practice
- In a simple Sun A, maintain one ujjayi breath per movement. If breath becomes choppy, pause in Downward Dog for three cycles.

Final word
Let the sound be a metronome, not a performance. If it soothes you, keep it; if it stresses you, let it go.

-Lois