Hello friends!! well there is always  few certain things we carry in our bags all time. Whether it is a sunscreen or a pain relief  cream..Well today I will tell you 5 products which is must in everyone’s house or bag...I keep these all the time...

 Ooops my cell phone you must be wondering why..well its my 2nd luv and so its in kind of 'must list' too.. ;)

I use all the products religiously, the city life keeps us giving surprises all the time..for example now dandruff problem is not restricted to only winters, now it’s on your head all the time.. for example if its summer it will be oily scalp dandruff, if it’s a winter then it will be dry scalp dandruff and here is the curse.. Rainy season mother of all skin and hair problems...

Well I am using all products from pretty long time and I was so impressed that I decided  to share with you all.

So should we start...

1. Neutrogena Ultra Sheer Dry Touch Sunblock - SPF 50:

My skin is very sensitive and even a slight variation in sun rays causes Tanning....I did a lot of research before selecting this and believe me it didn't let me down....Neutrogena offers 3 sunblocks in India Ultra sheer SPF 50+ (88ml), Ultra sheer body mist SPF 30 and Age shield Sunblock. Since I stay out in home for many hours I chose Ultra Sheer SPF 50+ sunblock for me. I believe sunblocks are more effective than sunscreens, that’s why I chose this Neutrogena sunblock

What it is actually

It is sunblock. It is opaque, it makes a barrier to the skin and is able to Block majority of the UVA/UVB rays and radiation from the sun, thus there’s no need to reapply it every hour. Though you may need to reapply after every 3-4hours.

This product ( Neutrogena Ultra sheer dry touch sunblock SPF 50+(PA +++) claims  that it is a breakthrough in sun protection. Stabilized with Helioplexâ,¢ , it provides superior balanced broad spectrum protection against skin aging UVA and burning UVB rays and combines it with Dry Touch Technology for an ultra light, non shiny finish. This light weight sun block has a light fresh scent and is gentle enough even for sensitive skin.

LOOK & PACKAGING

Comes in a well packed box, easy to open and apply.

SMELL

It has amazing unique soft smell, I completely love it..

PERFORMANCE

After applying this light lotion like sunblock, I don't feel heavy. It is light in texture, absorbs effortlessly and truly gives a dry touch to my skin.

It doesn't give greasy feeling or any kind-a whitish cast to my oily skin.I didnt felt any burning sensation / tanning after spending hours under sun with this sunblock on my skin. I completely love it and it has become my HG sunblock now..I tried testing by using for a month on my hands and see below,

(hardly any changes between the covered ring area and rest of my hand. Amazing right!!)

Amount 

Rs 499/- for 88ml, But I brought in just 399 (buy from here)

Directions for Use 

Apply liberally on face and body 15 – 30 minutes before sun exposure. For added protection, reapply after swimming, towel drying or extended sun exposure. Don’t  step a lot out specially between 11 am-3pm (Sun is cruel in theses hours). If possible use umbrellas our any cotton cloth to cover your face.

Composition 

Not details are available on product

Rating 

5/5

Would you purchase again?: Hell yes, It’s an amazing product and truly deserve a customer like me You must be wondering why??

because:

•          Non-Comedogenic (won't clog pores).
•          Oil free and PABA free.
•          Water proof and sweat proof.
•          Ideal for oily skin, but it will suit dry skin as well.
•          SPF 50 provides high levels of both UVA (PA +++) and UVB protection
•          Light in texture, absorbs in skin easily and gives a dry, smooth finish,  at   the same time did not dry out my skin also.
•          Dermatologist tested.
•          It spreads easily on skin like a lotion, I didn’t had to rub it on my skin for a long time as I used to blend other sunscreen creams.

Ketomac  Dandruff  Trestment Shampoo: I have very long hair and I was pissed off from dandruff, itching and scaling problems. I tried every possible. I even tried using Head and Shoulder, but it proved back wrong horse.

So, I was in search of a better performing anti dandruff shampoo which I got in the form of Ketoma c from the makers of Torex.  My root mate suggested me this. I owe her one..

LOOK & PACKAGING

I use 110 ml.pack. The look is quite good. It has Flip open option and full lid open option. This feature enables it to use even the last drop of the shampoo . One more feature is the Transparent look of the bottle. It makes it easy to monitor the shampoo use. The shampoo releasing hole is perfectly done as pouring the shampoo  seems very easy.

SMELL

It has smell of lemons, I tried getting rid of that smell by using conditioner but it didn’t help. Some people might find it pleasing. Colour looks like the light pinkish brown.

PERFORMANCE

When it comes to performance, it’s a start performer.. You can blindly use it..It may leave your hair a bit rough, be ready for that. But since I was so upset from my dandruff problem that I was ready for it and some of my colleagues too..they keep thanking me for this product :)

I use every alternate days as I have hell like oily scalp but if you wish you can use it twice a week and you do not have to worry about flaking, scaling and itching.

Initially I used this Every alternate days for almost one month and my dandruff problem was over. Now I use only once a week and there is no recurrence of the dandruff. Also, I feel that I applied a mild level conditioner after the application and I apply the hair oil next day only.

It`s been four months and I am a super satisfied customer.

Amount

110 ml

Price

160-162 (varies how regular customer you are of your nearest store)

Directions Of Use

Apply to scalp, wet hair and left for 5 minutes before rinsing. After the scalp has cleared up, once a week application of KETOMAC Shampoo inhibits the reoccurrence of dandruff.

Composition

Ketoconazole IP         2% w/v.

Shampoo base                    q.s

Rating 

4/5

Would you purchase again?: DEFINITELY. It’s my HG dandruff treatment shampoo. But do remember only for dandruff treatment, do switch with other shampoos to meet the nutrition and moisture requirements of your lovely looks.

Supamove Pain Relief cream:

Dr Reddy’s Laboratories has unveiled Supamove cream used for treating pain and inflammation in India. The cream helps in reducing pain and inflammation in patients with joint pain, arthritis, bursitis, tendinitis and lower back pain.

                                                                Last month I got myself hurt while doing plank pose n yoga class and my shoulder  was killing me for whole 2 weeks, I applied every possible cream, eat every possible  pills but there were no result. Then one day when I was discussing about my killing pain in yoga class one of class - friend suggested me to use this product and gave me this... I applied it just once and BINGO * my pain was gone, I suggested this to my other friends and they also used it and now they owe me one..

Well this product reduces your every pain and if it doesn’t then my  friends you are having some serious business and you should go and consult doctor.

LOOK & PACKAGING

I use 30gm pack. The look is like other similar pain relief gels.

SMELL

The smell is same like other pain relief gels. The sensation and the gel form further reinforced this perception. I have a perception that gel is more powerful than ointment.

PERFORMANCE

When it comes to performance, its a double star performer. Once you will use it yourself you will realize how effective it is.

It`s been 2 months and I am a satisfied customer.

Amount 30gml

Price 89 Rs

Directions Of Use

Apply directly to the affected area, smoothing it gently onto the affected skin. Assure that enough gel is applied to adequately cover each affected part with some warm cloth.

Composition

Picture below

Rating 

4/5

Would you purchase again?: DEFINITELY.

Figaro Olive Oil Tin (500 ml)

I bought this product, Figaro extra virgin olive oil and I am currently using it. It can be applied to hair as well as skin. After bath, you will end up with a smooth and glossy shiny hair. Really worthy product!! You can mix it even with your henna pack to apply. It is a well-known Spanish product. Apply this oil before bathing and after taking a bath, you will fell your skin has become softer, moisturized and non-stretchy. Apply to your hair 30 minutes before shampooing to make your hair shinier and manageable that is silkier. Olive oil's benefits are known to us all and this is a must buy. It will give your body a lovely glow and will moisturize your body heavily. The smell is also very faint which is a pro for me.

But some of us hardly know that olive oil can be used for lighting the stretch marks. Applying olive oil on your stretch marks can lighten it to a commendable extent

LOOK & PACKAGING

Comes in a well packed box, easy to open and apply. It has full lid open option. So once you have opened it then there is no way you can close it. You can only close by clogging the mouth of bottle by some other means. I hate its packaging style. So once you open it you can store it in other safe bottles like I do.

SMELL

It has unique smell, but it doesn’t have any specific taste. It tastes like normal oil but given extra benefits..

PERFORMANCE

As I said I use it in all ways, as I have oily scalp so I don’t use as hair oil but yes I use the maximum part of it in food. It has also proven to be amazing diet controller, stretch marks lighter and so on... so looking all benefits one can't say no to this product

Amount Rs 590/- for 500ml (196 gm)

Directions for Use

Apply liberally on face and body 15 – 30 minutes before Bath or face wash. For stretch marks you can use it before bed time like normal oil massage.

And for food you can use it as you use other oils for cooking (you may decide yourself the amount you want to keep)

Composition

Olives (Obvious)

Rating

5/5

Would you purchase again?: Hell yes, It’s an amazing product and Multipurpose product.

Face and Body Cleansing Scrub Gel

Few weeks back my mother visited me and she gave me this product, honestly I doubted but once I applied it came out as amazing face cleanser. You know we people keep using so many face washes, soaps, etc but have we ever seen dust coming out of our face with our naked eyes..NO..well when I use this product the whole weeks of garbage which was dumped on face slipped over my palm and I saw the dust literally coming out (Can’t show you pictures guys, you may feel pukish) ;). It’s an awesome product. It doesn’t give foam.

LOOK & PACKAGING

Comes in a well packed tube like other normal face wash. It has simple design just like the product, easy to open and apply. It has full lid open option.

SMELL

It has bad smell, the cover of packaging says it has strawberry fragrance but I will say it smells more like a plastic bag. But who cares when it performs well.

It’s a thick transparent liquid but doesn't give any foam.

Amount: Rs 80 for 100ml

Directions for Use

Take out a big portion and apply liberally on face, rub it until you see dust coming out and wash your face with water.

The best part is that you can use if for body cleansing also... 

Composition

Strawberry essence, Vit E,C,D,B12

Rating

5/5 (Value of money)

Would you purchase again?: Hell yes.

Keep smiling :D ....

Small Steps of Power Yoga

Hey beautiful friends!! Today’s blog is a short snapshot of all the exercise which I do regularly. Well there are numerous asanas but I have braided few of them in this blog which can give you good results if done regularly and properly...But 1st I would like to share my story...

When I joined my first job,  I had nothing to do except  sitting in front of system like a fat potato and yes, eating like crazy and that’s too junk. These two things impacted my weight drastically. I didn't want to listen to my parent’s concern for me to eat healthy foods. Almost every day, I desired fried foods that were high in calories and fats. When going to restaurants, I would only order foods such as pepperoni pizza, mashed potatoes, and cheeseburgers without even glancing at the other options on the menu. I led a sedentary life; I was gaining huge amounts of weight per day. I ran out of breath while walking up and paying badminton with friends. Also, I could never wear “cool” clothes like other girls of my age.

 I was extremely devastated and didn't want to go to anywhere. I tried all hands-down and easy going ways to reduce fat but all were a big flop. I tell you…no one can lose weight without a little exercise. Lastly I joined Power yoga classes.

The first few months were not easy; power yoga can make you run out of breath. However, remain focused on your goal and work harder each day as I did.

In 5 months, I had lost 15.43 lbs. See my picture...

It has now become a habit for me to eat healthy and on a timely basis. I am a complete yogaholic now. I love pushing myself  every day in yoga class.

 I understand the plight of all people who suffer from obesity and the emotional and physical strain associated with it. I want to tell them to believe in themselves and do their weight loss regimen a little at a time. Also to never lose faith in themselves or let anyone bring them down by telling them that they can’t do it. Have faith, stay focused, it will take hard work and determination, but the rewards will be great.

Here is some power yoga postures which can trim you to a magical extent, if you do it every day but with complete discipline.

My class used to start with my very beautiful mam's smile. I can’t teach you that lolxx...she is pretty, beautiful, fit and lovely. …Hard to see such personality...

Let’s follow step by step:

Warm up: In Yoga, it is very important to do some Warm-up Poses before a session so you will be physically ready for the. Yoga aasnas that you want to practice. Moreover, Warm-up exercises will prepare your body for more difficult poses in the future.

1. Take a brisk walk, for 2-3 minutes. 

2. Stretch your hands and rotate your fist clock wise for 10 times and then anti clockwise for same.

Now join you hands with the shoulder and try to make big circles so that your elbows should touch each other..see below picture

3. Open your legs 2 inch apart and try making big rounds with your waist, and rotate it clock wise for 10 times and then anti clockwise ...(Ah I remember Shakira moves).. It works on your waistline.

4. Keep your legs open, wider . Now try to arch back (not too much).. now come in front and try to touch the toes of your feet...If you wish you can push yourself and can try to touch your head to the ground. I know its bit difficult.  As shown in picture. So do what your body allows. After few days you will gain strength.

Open your arms legas a bit wider, and should be parallel to each other

Take your right hand and above your head and left hand should be on the left knee or ankle. Now try to look at the ceiling and also try to stretch you back at the same time..

Same should be done with the left side..as you did with the right side

Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar): Surya Namaskar or the Sun Salutation is a 12 step sequence, often performed as a warm up exercise before a Yoga session. Each of the 12 poses performed in a rhythmic sequence brings a different vertebral movement to the spinal column

Step 1: Pranamasana (prayer pose) - Stand erect with your chest out, feet together, knees pulled up and thighs tight like

in Tadasana. Bring your hands forward, in front of your chest as if in prayer, elbows straight and not drooping. Keep your back super straight.

Step 2: Hasta Uttanasana (raised arms pose) - On inhale, stretch your arms up over your head, palms still together. Then arching back as far as you can go, stretch with your arms apart for next pose. Keep two words in mind "straight back".

Never hunch your back...When you are arching back make sure you don’t bend your back to much, it may give you a severe pain. NEVER COMPROMISE WITH YOUR BACK.

  

Step 3: Uttanasana (standing forward bend pose) - While exhaling, swing down from the hips keeping your upper body and torso straight. Without bending the knees place your hands on either sides of your feet flat on the mat, head as close to your knees as possible. If you are not able to touch your feet then don’t worry. Just try push yourself and again try to stretch your back.

If you are  comfortable then only try to push your head in between your legs..but at the same time make your back super tight

Step 4: Aekpaadprasarnaasana (equestrian pose) - Inhale bring the right foot to the back of the mat on the toes like a lunge. Using your finger tips for support and the left leg at a right angle start bending the extended leg at the knee towards the floor and look up. Try to bring your hands in between the two legs.

Step 5: Dandasana (plank pose) - Retain your breath and extend your left leg back on your toes side by side your right without moving the position of your hands and leg at all. Palms flat on the mat, keep your spine straight and elbows locked. Hands should lie exactly below your shoulders. Do not let your head or hips drop. It should look like you are about to do a push up. Try to make your back flat like a table...That’s why it’s called plank pose..

Try to look straight 

Step 6: Ashtanga Namaskara (Salute with 8 limbs pose) - Exhale, bending your elbows towards your body and going down as low as you can at the shoulders while keeping the rest of your body perfectly stiff exactly like a push up. Once down near the floor, bend and drop your knees, chest and forehead to the ground lightly touching in that order. Your hips and pelvic should still be raised. Naval should not be touching ground. Only eight points should be touching the floor in this step- forehead, chest, and two palms, both knees and both feet. This is my favorite pose as it relaxes your body.

Step 7: Bhujangasana (cobra pose) - Inhale, while swinging your body forwards, straightening your arms, stretching your shoulders upwards and lowering your hips down to the ground. Lift your chest upward and arch your back and look up towards the ceiling. Elbows should be locked and touching your body as if you trying to push your armpits. You should look like a snake and yes again try to keep your back straight and then elongate your back.

Step 8: Adho Mukha Svanasana (downward facing dog pose) - Exhale and without moving your hands and feet, tuck your toes and raise your hips and backside up. Elongate the spine and straighten the knees, spreading the fingers evenly push down from your forearms and try to put your heels down to the ground pushing back the thighs. Let your head hang and try lowering your shoulder blades to broaden the collarbone. Push your shoulder blades back and try to touch your hip with the ceiling. Be like a mountain. This pose is also called mountain pose.

Step 9: Aekpaadprasarnaasana (equestrian pose) - Lunge forward while inhaling and bring your right leg in between your hands repeating the position in Step: 4.

Step 10: Uttanasana (standing forward bend pose) - On exhale, bring the left foot forward next to the right and forward bend into Uttanasana (Step:3).

Step 11: Hasta Uttanasana (raised arms pose) - Straighten the back and raise your arms above your head, palms joined and repeat Step:2

Step 12: Pranamasana (prayer pose) - Lower your hands in down to your chest as in Step:1.

Beginners should stick to 10 sets; I mean 10 with the right and 10 with the left side. As you get into this. Try pushing yourself every day and start increasing the count. The number sets are important but more important is the right postures with the right inhale and exhale. If it’s not done properly it may give you severe injuries... So take care. So once you start doing it do it for 15 minutes. If you do it properly then it can do wonders with your body.

Surynamaskar not only makes your body flexible but its 12 postures work on every part of the body. It not only helps in trimming your calories but also in making you internal organs healthy.

Warrior Pose: Those of you who have practiced yoga poses for any length of time are probably familiar with the Yoga Warrior Poses. Virabhadrasana is the Sanskrit name for Warrior Pose. These beautiful but vigorous poses are named after the great hero warrior Virabhadra from Hindu mythology.

The Warrior Poses take strength, steadiness, and a fierce determination to hold them with integrity. The legs and arms need to be strong and extended (where the legs are straight), the hips flexible, the chest open and well-lifted, and the spine extended to hold these poses well.

The three traditional Yoga Warrior Poses are:

Warrior Pose I -- the front knee is bent, back leg straight, arms extended overhead, and the chest is turned in the same direction as the bent knee.

Warrior Pose II -- the front knee is bent, back leg straight, arms extended out to the sides in line with the legs, as shown in this photo.

Warrior Pose III -- balancing on one straight leg, with the trunk and arms extending horizontally forward and the lifted leg extending back.

Please do every warrior pose 10 times from left side and 10 times from right side..when you'll gain strength increase the count to 20 or 30..

  Feel like a warrior Virbhadra. Observe how strong and steady warriors are, and how well they extend their legs, arms, and trunk. They're not sagging the belly toward the floor, but rather are keeping their abdominal area and spinal muscles strong. I wish this picture would have included more of Virabhadrasana I to show more clearly how they come into Virabhadrasana III. I'll try that in my next blog

We practice Virabhadrasana, not to honor the practice of violence against others, but to fight our own ignorance and ego. "What's really being commemorated in this pose's name and held up as an ideal for all practitioners, is the spiritual warrior, who bravely does battle with the universal enemy, self-ignorance (avidya), the ultimate source of all our suffering." A part of this it works on your thighs, hamstrings and perfectly tones your body. Try to maintain this asana for 20 counts from both the sides

Bridge Pose (Setu Bandhasana): The Bridge Pose is also known as Setu Bandhasana which means construction of a bridge. It came from the words “setu” meaning bridge, “bandha” meaning lock, and “asana” meaning posture. Setu Bandhasana is effective in promoting relaxation and reducing stress. The legs and the hips do most of the work which helps in rejuvenating tired feet. The Shoulderstand, Plough and the Bridge are practiced by advanced students.

STEP 1: Lie on your back with your knees bent, feet together. Keep your arms on your side, palms on the floor.

STEP 2: Lift the hips towards the ceiling, keeping your feet and palms flat on the floor.

STEP 3: Maintain your position in Step 2 and move your arms over your head.

While coming back from this pose to normal pose, take care your back.. don't put your body on ground at once..come vertebra by vertebra

If practiced, Setu Bandhasana tones the system by its effects on the spinal column. If you feel uneasy with the normal setu bandh posture you can use props in doing this posture, like a chair, pillow, or anything to support your back or your legs as you stretch.You should always listen to your body.

SARVANGASANA - Shoulder Stand Pose:

(sar-vang-asana)

Sarva = Whole

Anga = Body parts

Asana = Posture

Step 1: Exhale and while inhaling, contract the abdomen and slowly raise both the legs to a 90 degree angle from the floor.

Step 2: Exhaling raise the waist and the hips from the floor and take the legs backwards over the head.

Step 3: Inhaling raise the back and the legs up into a vertical position, placing the hands on the upper back for support.

Try to push go back with staright legs..no problem if you are not able to do that..stcik with the prilimiry pose

This is the HALASAN posture, once you have pushed your leg straight in back direction then try to bend your knees and press your ears

Try to come back vertebra by vertebra..I use setu band asan for coming back in normal position..you can use any other asan but take care your back

                                      The chin should rest against the chest, creating the chin lock. Fix the eyesight on the toes and maintaining the asana. Continue normal breathing. Keep your bump cheeks (Buttocks) super tight. Try to keep your legs straight, no problem if you are not able to make it a proper postures just keep following points in mind and hold this posture for at least 3 minutes

Awareness:

• Keeping the body in a straight line. No hunch in the back
• Remain balanced.
• Abdominal breathing.
• The focus can also be on the throat and the thyroid.

Do:

• Keep the legs straight in knees with toes pointing to the sky.
• Try and keep the body in a straight line from the chest to the tips of the toes.
• Head straight and eye sight fixed on the toes.
• Make sure that the trunk is raised enough vertically so that the chin can comfortably rest against the chest.

Don’t:

• Bend the knees.
• Move the neck or overstrain it in the chin lock position.
• Bring the legs over the head when in the asana position but don’t keep them completely vertical if it causes tension.
• Raise the head from the floor.
• Tense the legs or point the feet as this contracts the legs and prevents drainage of blood.

Benefits for women:

• It is beneficial for the reproductive system as there is fresh blood to the pelvic region as the stagnant blood is flushed from the organs and therefore increased efficiency of the reproductive organs. It strengthens the uterine ligaments as the gravity acting on the ligaments in Sarvangasan is in the opposite direction.
• It improves the functioning of the ovaries.
• It helps to balance the moods and calm the mind.
• Therapeutic applications:
• Thyroid disorders
• Asthma
• Reproductive problems
• Headache
• Haemorrhoids
• Varicose veins
• Prevention of cough and colds
• Diabetes

Variations and tips: One may need a folded blanket under the neck and shoulders for support. For some beginners it may be difficult to raise the legs straight. If so then one can bend the knees a little while taking the position and then straighten out the legs. Some can take help of the wall to raise the legs. If there is tension in the back or neck then the feet can be slightly tilted over the head like inverted pose or viparit karani (opposite action).

Women should avoid this asana during their menstrual cycle. 

After a power pact yoga your body needs some relaxation, this can be done by various Pranayam...

Anulom Vilom Pranayam:

Sit down in any comfortable pose with your spine straight (for beginners sukhasana or vajrasana is preferred). If you cannot sit down, then you can sit on a chair, but do not lean your back on the chair. Keep the left hand on your left knee and place your right hand on the nose. Close your left nostril smoothly with your middle finger and ring finger. Do not twist your nose, just press the nostril so that no air passes through. Inhale through right nostril with moderate speed till your stomach gets full and close your right nostril with your thumb. Make sure you do not let out any air through any of the nostrils. Hold the breath to the maximum extent you can bear it. Now release your left nostril and slowly exhale the air through your left nostril. No need to make any hand posture for pressing the nostrils, simple thumb can also do.

Once you exhaled all the air, inhale air with your left nostril this time. Again hold the breath to the maximum time and exhale slowly with your right nostril. Now one round of pranayama is completed. You can do eight rounds in one sitting and you can practise up to three sittings in a day. Throughout the practise keep your back straight.

Repeat it for 5-10 minutes...

Benefits of Anulom Vilom Pranayam -

• Because of the increased oxygen intake, an individual will feel calm and clear headed.
• Regular practise will relieve stress, mild fever, cold, and any eye or ear problem.
• Overall blood circulation gets improved and as a result, it can ease chronic sinus problems, migraine problems and blockages in the arteries.
• It helps in changing your thoughts that is, changing negative thoughts to positive thoughts.
• Regular practise of ten to fifteen minutes, twice a day can show maximum benefits.
• Regular practise will clean all your nadis (energy channels) making your body healthy and strong.

Kapalbhati Yoga Pranayama:

To practice this breathing exercise sit up in a comfortable position, cross legged is best.

Elongate your spine upwards, lengthen your neck and subtly bring your chin back and in like a soldier at attention. This will align the spine with the back of your head.

Close your eyes.

Have your hands in Gyan Mudra.  In Gyan Mudra have your thumb tips and index finger meeting, with the wrists resting gently on the knees and the palms turned slightly upwards.

Relax your stomach muscles.

Now expel the air as forcefully as you are comfortable with through the nose.  This should cause the abdominal muscles to contract sharply and should draw the abdomen inwards towards the spine (like when you suck in your stomach).  Then allow the inhalation to occur completely passively without any additional effort.  To repeat, the exhalation is done using conscious sharp force, while the inhalation is just a recoil action bringing the air back into the lungs.  All the breathing takes place through the nose.  Right after the passive inhalation, exhale again forcefully and continue at a steady rhythm.

 (I haven't uploaded the picture for it as it quit difficult to show this asan through series of picture)

              

          Do a round of 10 repetitions. Work your way up to doing 5 rounds, while taking a break between each round.In Kapalbhati force is only to be used during the exhalation.

                                            Once you feel comfortable with the Beginner’s version of Kapalbhati Yoga Pranayama, perform the breathing exercise with more force if possible and also increase the number of repetition per round to 50.  You may also prefer to do a single round, but, with many more repetitions instead (up to 5 minutes worth). Beside weight loss Kapalbharti also Generates heat in the system to help dissolve toxins and waste matter and Adds luster and beauty to your face.

Kapol Shakti Vikasak Kriya: Sit straight on the heels. Take a deep breath through your nose and exhale completely through your mouth. Close both your nostrils with your thumbs with all the fingers pointing outward and joined together. Inhale deeply through your mouth and puff up your cheeks. Hold your breath and put your chin against your chest. Now hold position as long as you can. 

Make a Chin lock..If you cant hold your breath then break the chin lock,  make you head starigh and then breath normally..after a 1-2 normal breath you can again go back in this Kriya (procedure)

Repeat at least 10 to15 times.

Benefits for mental & physical：

- Removes excess fat on your face, and yes double chin also

- Helps to reduce chubby cheeks

- Helps to lift sagging jaw

- Makes your face sharp and angular

- Brings a glow to your face

It’s a proved and tested method of face lift and yes its way cheaper than Ponds age miracle, OLay, and many expensive creams who dig your pocket and leave you with no result. Only disappointment.

Bhramari Pranayama: The original word in the term Bhramari is Bhramar (humming bee). The characteristic of this Pranayama is to create a sound like that of the humming bee.

Technique:

• Sit in Padmasana or Sukhasana.
• Raise bent arms to shoulder level & close external ear canals with thumbs.
• Place index & middle fingers gently on closed eyes which look upwards.
• Place ring fingers gently on the sides of the nostrils.
• Place little fingers on upper lip to feel flow of air through the nostrils.
• Inhale and fill the lungs completely.
• Exhale slowly and produce sound of the humming bee through larynx (sound box) while exhaling through nostrils.
• Return to original position & gently open the eyes..
• Try to keep the sound of humming very strong so that you can feel the humming sensation in whole head.

Upper three fingers should be placed perfectly as shown.. as  every step of this asan has its own scientific reason

Duration - Initially do it for 5 to 7 times. Gradually increase up to 15 times.

Benefits -

• Bhramari Pranayamamakes the voice sweet and gently, and helps clarity of speech.
• With regular practice of Bhramari Pranayama; Breathing becomes deep and subtle.
• Bhramari Pranayama is useful for hypertension and depression and aids brain cells

                                There are lots of secret behind this pranayam, like.. it can save you from cataract, sinus, and many other problems..we'll discuss the details later.

So..this was a short day to day exercise which can keep you fit and beautiful. I’ll come with many disorders related asanas in next blog. 

Till that time stay healthy and stay touch…

Thank you,

Mani