What Most Yoga Teachers Get Wrong About Preparing for Pranayama

Most yoga teachers are taught that chest opening is the key to better pranayama, but what if that’s actually the last thing to focus on?In this solo episode, I share the five areas of asana practice that matter most when preparing the body for pranayama. We explore lung anatomy, spinal mobility, nervous system regulation, hip flexor tension, diaphragm function, and why true breath expansion comes from working with the whole body, not just the chest. If you want your pranayama practice to feel more effortless and effective, this episode offers a practical framework you can start applying right away.Episode Highlights:Common pranayama preparation mythsBody as the container of pranaSide and back body breathingLung anatomy and breath capacitySpinal mobility for pranayamaFalse expansion through chest openingNervous system regulation through breathFront body dominance and stressHip flexors and diaphragm functionLower abdomen freedom for breathingChest opening as a resultIntelligent asana preparation frameworkBreath literacy in practiceActionable pranayama preparation stepsPranayam Teacher Training 2026Prana & Presence: An Immersive Week of Yoga, Stillness & Soulful Study in Southern ItalyJoin our mailing listFind all the resources mentioned in this episodeConnect with us on InstagramSubscribe to Aham Yoga on YouTubeLet’s Talk Yoga Podcast on YouTubeLeave us a review and share this podcast with your friends!