What is Bhastrika Pranayama? The word Bhastrika comes from Sanskrit word “bhastrika” which means “bellows”which was mostly used by blacksmiths to melt metal. Bhastrika Pranayama allows the flow of air into the body to produce heat at physical level – igniting the inner fire of mind and body. W hen Bhastrika Pranayama is done, more quantity of oxygen is pumped into the body . Bhastrika Pranayama is the process of rapid inhalation and exhalation which gives a uplift to the body and so it is called the yogic breath of fire. S uitable for asthmatic patients and removes inflammation of the throat. License: CC0 Public Domain Starting position: Do preliminary conditioning in Sukhasana or any other meditative posture. If you are unable to sit on the floor, sit on firm chair with an upright backrest . Keep body abo...