Episodes

Sunday May 10, 2020
Episode 1 Introduction to Ashtang Yoga
Sunday May 10, 2020
Sunday May 10, 2020
In this first episode of my Podcast on the Art of Well-being, I give an introduction on the 8 stages (Ashtang) of Yoga. In detail, I then explain the first and second stages, Yam and Niyam. I hope you will enjoy!

Sunday May 17, 2020
Episode 2 The Benefits of Pranayam
Sunday May 17, 2020
Sunday May 17, 2020
In this episode, I describe the benefits of the 4th stage of Ashtang Yog, Pranayam, in a scientific and medical way. I hope you enjoy this episode!- Dr. Archana Dubey

Sunday May 24, 2020
Episode 3 Preparation and Precautions for Pranayam
Sunday May 24, 2020
Sunday May 24, 2020
In this episode, I discuss how to prepare oneself for Pranayam, and where to do it. I also discuss precautions one must take to avoid injuries while doing Pranayam especially if one has recently undergone an operation. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Sunday May 31, 2020
Episode 4 Hasth Mudras for Pranayam
Sunday May 31, 2020
Sunday May 31, 2020
In this episode I discuss 7 different hasth mudras for Pranayam. The mudras are related to the five elements (water, earth, space, air, and fire), and is said to provide different medical benefits. I also provide an easy pneumonic to remember the mudras. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Sunday Jun 07, 2020
Episode 5 Kapal Bhati Pranayam
Sunday Jun 07, 2020
Sunday Jun 07, 2020
In this episode I list the 6 most common Pranayams and concentrate on one in particular: Kapal Bhati. Kapal Bhati has many medical benefits which I also describe in the episode. I hope you enjoy it.

Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Episode 6 Agnisaar Kriya and Nauli Kriya
Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Sunday Jun 14, 2020
Three cleansing kriyas follow Kapal Bhati Pranayam. They are, Agnisaar Kriya, Nauli Kriya, and Mahabandh. In this episode I discuss the first two. I hope you enjoy it!

Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Episode 7 Maha Bandh
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
Sunday Jun 21, 2020
In this episode, I discuss Mahabandh, which comprises the Moola Bandh, Uddiyan Bandh, and the Jalandhar Bandh, along with their benefits. I then discuss how to do Mahabandh. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Sunday Jun 28, 2020
Episode 8 Bhastrika Pranayam
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
Sunday Jun 28, 2020
In this episode, I discuss Bhastrika Pranayam, both the standard Bhastrika and some variations. I also discuss the benefits of the same. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Sunday Jul 05, 2020
Title 9 Nadi Shodhan Pranayam
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
Sunday Jul 05, 2020
In this episode, I discuss the Nadi Shodhan Pranayam also called the Anulom Vilom Pranayam, along with its medical benefits. I hope you enjoy this episode!

Sunday Jul 12, 2020
Episode 10 Ujjai Pranayam
Sunday Jul 12, 2020
Sunday Jul 12, 2020
In this episode, I discuss the Ujjai Pranayam and its benefits. This Pranayam helps improve stammering and voice quality, and keeps one youthful. I hope you will enjoy it!