Ujjayi (ocean breath)

Ujjayi (ocean breath)

To do this pose:

You can be walking, sitting, standing, running, practicing yoga, etc.! Breathe in through your nose, keep your mouth closed and let your exhale brush the back of your throat, creating a wave sound like you are fogging up a window. Repeat this pattern as many times as needed.

How this pose is especially beneficial for nurses: 

• It stimulates endurance, energy, and focus. This practice can be helpful at work even while providing patient care to help keep you focused and energized. 
• It helps to promote temperature regulation. Some units in the hospital can be VERY cold while others can be VERY hot. This practice can help regulate your body temperature if you get uncomfortable. 
• It also releases tension, tension, and stress after a long day which you can practice on your drive home.