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'''Bhramara measn ''' means a large back bumble-bee and this [[pranayama]] is so called because during exhalation a soft humming sound like that of a bumble-bee is made. The best time to perform it is in the silence and quiet of the night. Bhramari pranayama may be done in two stages, one lying one sitting. TECHNIQUE
==TECHNIQUE==
Here deep inhalation are done as in ujjayi pranayama and deep exhalations with a humming or murmuring sound. However, it is not advisable to hold the breath in this pranayama. Bhramari may also be done while performing sanmukha mudra without jalandhara bandha, as there is no retention of breath here.
*After completing practice of bhramari pranayama, inhale, then do [[Savasana]].
'''NOTE''':
Kumbhakas can be attempted, wrapping cloth round the head with jalandhara bandha in all the other pranayamas.
'''EFFECTS''':
The humming sound induces sleep and is good for persons suffering from insomnia.
'''MURCHHA PRANAYAMA.''':
Murchha means a state of woon. This pranayama is done as in ujjayi and the internal retention is held till faintnes is felt. It makes the mind inactive and brings sensual tranquillity.
'''PLAVINI PRANAYAMA''':
Palvani means swimming or floating. Very little is known of this pranayama. It is said to help the sadhaka to float on water with ease.
Murchha and palvini pranayama are no longer in vogue.
== References ==
The above mentioned information is added from the book called '''LIGHT ON PRANAYAMA''' by '''''B.K.S. IYENGAR'''''.
