Mool-Bandha

Other Names

Mulbandh, Moolbandh, Mulbandha, Moolbandha, Moola-bandha, Root-Lock

Description

However performance of Mool Bandh is easy with external Kumbhak. In this Bandh the region below the naval is affected.

How to do

• Sit in any asan, preferably Padmasana or Siddhasana.
• Perform either external Kumbhak or internal Kumbhak and contracting the anus draw the Apan Vayu upwards.
• Stay thus as per capacity.
• This technique is called Mool Bandh.

Benefits

• This Bandh is very beneficial for piles.
• It stimulates the digestive power in the naval region.
• This is an important Bandh for celibacy.
• Our nerves and breath are brought under control.
• It removes the weakness of excretory organs and dispels with constipation.

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