This slim book provides a practical introduction to the yogic concept of breath and how to utilize it to link body and mind. With chapters written by Swami Rama and by medical doctors, the book explores both Eastern and Western perspectives for a well-rounded view of the topic, helping the reader to understand first the mechanics of how and why we breathe before delving into the yogic breathing techniques.

The Foreword, Introduction, and Chapter 1 give background on the breath and explore the rat More...

I originally read this book when I was doing my yoga teacher training as it was required reading. I read it, was wowed at the time, highlighted, and made lots of notes in the margins. But at that moment I was reading and studying a lot of material and part of the job was simply to get through it all.

On this re-read, I chose to move slowly so as to ponder and better digest the fascinating material.

Science of Breath is filled with amazing information and is truly inspirational! Here are some intr More...

This is an extremely quick read, but is really fascinating. It has definitely changed my life. Written by both Western doctors and by Swami Rama, a yoga master, Science of Breath details the fundamental importance of breath to the mind and to the body, as well to the connection between them.
The breath and the mind are intimately and immediately connected. Just as certain types of breathing are characteristic of certain mental states (for example, quick, shallow chest-breathing as an immediate r More...

I basically read this book in one sitting. I did this, first, because it's not very long. But, also, it's fascinating. If only science in school could have this immediate connection and application to life. Breath is such a powerful tool and influence, not only in life but also on the yoga mat. For that reason, I highly recommend this book for anyone with breathing issues of any sort (allergies, sleep apnea, sinus issues) as well as for yoga teachers and practicioners.

Good book to read to better understand 'behind the scenes' of breathing and all the great things that deep breathing and breath control can do for your body and mind. Lots of things I already knew from anatomy courses and yoga workshops, but also a bit of new and interesting topics and techniques that I look forward to reading more about in the future

Just as described in the title a practical guide to the breath. Really interesting tidbits and lots of practical information.

incredible book...all yoginis should read!

A useful book for anyone who breathes.

Breath awareness is calming.

Interesting read. It was a bit more anatomy-focused than I expected, but a great emphasis on this amazing body function we all have and take for granted.

*Highly recommended.* Ignore the cheesy looking nose on the cover. Gives you real ways to improve mental and physical health through breathing and enough background knowledge / science to convince you it's actually going to work.

This book takes several approaches to exploring the breathing process. It looks at breath from a scientific point of view as well as yogic perceptions and manipulations of the breath. This is a dry read, but informative for those interested.

This was a quick read but incredibly informative. It honestly changed the way I think about breath in relation to overall health. I highly recommend this book.

Very useful information, although the language is a bit technical and droning.

amazing read though wish there were more on beautiful Buteyko Method

a great eastern and western look at the breath

i never knew the nose was so very interesting...