Science of Breath  (English, Paperback, Swami Rama)

Science Of Breath: A Practical Guide gives an in-depth study of the science behind breathing and also introduces the reader to the practical ways of using this science.

Summary Of The Book

For ages, ancient Indian Yogis have claimed that yogic breathing techniques can positively affect our mental and physical health. In this book, Swami Rama and two of United States’ prominent physicians explore this very science of breath and its relation to health.

The Science Of Breath: A Practical Guide provides detailed theoretical knowledge about breathing. The book enlightens readers on how this science, when used correctly, can contribute to their mental and physical well-being. The authors make readers aware of how conscious changes in breathing techniques can lead to beneficial changes. This book helps readers identify various breathing habits that they have been unconsciously using, and helps them replace those with proper breathing techniques.

By being aware of one's breathing, one can bring it under conscious control. Since breathing is the link between the mind and the body, control over it means creating a proper balance of both the mind and the body. In The Science Of Breath: A Practical Guide, practical breathing exercises and techniques have been explained at length to help readers experiment and implement this age old science and reap its benefits.

About The Authors

Swami Rama was the founder and Head of the Himalayan Institute of Yoga Science and Philosophy. He was the man who made the western world take note of the techniques of yogic breathing and what they can achieve. Swami Rama has written a number of books on yoga, meditation and religion. Some of them are Meditation And Its Practice, Fearless Living: Yoga And Faith, Perennial Psychology Of The Bhagvad Gita, Living With The Himalayan Masters and Exercises For Joints & Glands: Simple Movements To Enhance Your Well-being.

Swami Rama, who was raised in the cave monasteries of the Himalayas, became a monk early in life. He studied medicine, psychology and philosophy in Europe, before heading to the US in 1969. There, he set up the Himalayan Institute, using which he tried to bring together the modern western scientific approaches and the ancient teachings and practices of the Eastern countries. He demonstrated to stunned researchers and scientists how he could perfectly control his brain waves and heart rate by merely using yogic breathing science and techniques. He passed away in 1996.

Dr. Rudolph Ballentine is a doctor, author, and the Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine. Ballentine has written a number of books like Radical Healing, Transition to Vegetarianism, and Diet And Nutrition. Dr. Ballentine served as the President of the Himalayan Institute for 12 years. He is also the Founder and Director of the Center for Holistic Medicine, where he provided treatment using psychotherapy, ayurveda, homeopathy, yoga and meditation.

Dr. Alan Hymes is a cardiovascular and thoracic surgeon, who has researched the relationship between cardiovascular diseases and breathing patterns.