Energizing Yoga: Lion’s Breath Technique for Jaw Tension Relief

Lion’s Breath is an energizing yoga breathing practice that may help relieve tension in your jaw and facial muscles.
It’s also known in yoga as Lion’s Pose or Simhasana in Sanskrit.
To do this:
Come into a comfortable seated position. You can sit back on your heels or cross your legs.Press your palms against your knees with your fingers spread wide.Inhale deeply through your nose and open your eyes wide.At the same time, open your mouth wide and stick out your tongue, bringing the tip down toward your chin.Contract the muscles at the front of your throat as you exhale out through your mouth by making a long “haaa” sound.You can turn your gaze to look at the space between your eyebrows or the tip of your nose.Do this breath 2 to 3 times.

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