A simple overview of the essential breathing technique used in Ashtanga yoga. A specific breathing technique is central to the vinyāsa method that is the foundation of the Aṣṭāṅga yoga method of Pattabhi Jois. Jois stressed the importance of this and would often quote Vāmana Rṣi from the Yoga Korunta: “Vinā Vinyāsa yogena āsanādih na kārayet,” which translates to “Do not do yoga without vinyāsa.” This breathing technique, combined with vinyāsa and postures, allows the blood t