Nadis: The Pranic Pathways of Yoga

PRACTICE WITH US:365 Sadhana Sangha https://practice.omsom.yoga/365-sadhana-sandha/join100 Hr Asana Sadhana Dharmahttps://practice.omsom.yoga/asana-sadhana-dharma-otoBali Retreathttps://omsom.yoga/bali-retreat-2025300 Hr India & Berwickhttps://omsom.yoga/300-hour-advanced-hatha-yoga-training-2025200 Hr Berwickhttps://omsom.yoga/200-hour-yoga-teacher-training-berwick-2025What are Nadis?"Nadi" means channel or flow in Sanskrit.Derived from the root "nad" meaning movement or vibration.Nadis are the subtle energy channels through which prana flows in the body.The Three Main NadisIda Nadi: Represents the lunar, cooling, and parasympathetic energy.Pingala Nadi: Represents the solar, warming, and sympathetic energy.Sushumna Nadi: The central channel of balance and integration, associated with a harmonious nervous system.Why are Nadis Important?Understanding the NadisIda Nadi originates on the left side of the body and governs cooling energy, rest, and creativity. Practices to strengthen Ida include left nostril breathing, restorative yoga, and moon salutations.Pingala Nadi originates on the right side and governs heating energy, activation, and logical thinking. Practices to strengthen Pingala include right nostril breathing, dynamic asana, and sun salutations.Sushumna Nadi runs along the spine, connecting the root chakra to the crown. It governs spiritual awakening and harmony. Practices to balance Sushumna include alternate nostril breathing, meditation on the central channel, and gentle spinal movements.Textual Sources on NadisThe Hatha Yoga Pradipika (Chapter 4) describes Sushumna as the central channel between Ida and Pingala. The Shiva Samhita (Chapter 2) explains their role in balancing prana and awakening higher consciousness. The Upanishads highlight the nadis as vital energy pathways connecting the individual self to the cosmic.Personal StoriesAaron shares how balancing Ida and Pingala through pranayama improved his mental clarity. Paige reflects on how restorative practices helped activate her Ida Nadi during times of stress and burnout.SHARE & CONNECT:If you got something out of today’s episode, share it with someone who could benefit.Follow us on Instagram:⁠instagram.com/omsom.yoga⁠Visit our website: ⁠omsom.yoga⁠We own a yoga studio in Berwick, Victoria, Australia, offering classes, workshops & Yoga Teacher Training programs.We would love to connect with you, no matter where you are on your journey.OM