Author(s): Swati Kulshreshtha and Sophie Titus

Abstract:
Yoga is the process for developing physical and mental abilities. Kapalbhati Kriya is a part of Shatkarma and which helps in improving the vital capacity and respiratory rate. Kapalbhati Kriya practice helps in glowing the face. This practice not only helps in reducing weight but also brings perfect balance in the entire system into a perfect balance which means it is technique for purifying the frontal region of the brain. The main objective of this study was to improve vital capacity and respiratory rate among the student after practicing Kapalbhati Kriya for six weeks. Data were collected from female students aged 20-25 years from Banasthali Vidyapith University, Tonk Rajasthan. The study was conducted in two groups, experimental group and control group. Data were obtained by testing before and after Kapalbhati Kriya practice in above group. The result show that the vital capacity and respiratory rate among female students was improved after practicing Kapalbhati Kriya. It was concluded that “Regular practice of Kapalbhati Kriya can improve vital capacity and respiratory rate.

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