Practice
Bandha
Bandhaबंध· BAHN-dahlock, bind
A bandha is an internal 'lock' — a gentle, conscious muscular engagement used in yoga to contain and direct prana.
The three main bandhas are Mula bandha (root), Uddiyana bandha (abdominal) and Jalandhara bandha (throat). They are used especially with pranayama and in holding poses.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the three bandhas?
- Mula bandha (root lock), Uddiyana bandha (abdominal lock) and Jalandhara bandha (throat lock). Together the three are called the maha (great) bandha.