BackGround:   Technique:  This Bandha can be practiced either standing or sitting posture. In the standing posture, place the hands slightly above the knees. Bend the body slightly forward. Keep the legs apart. Exhale with full force. Now contract the abdomen and pull it upwards and backwards to the spine with the force of the navel and the diaphragm. The diaphragm will be pulled up and the abdominal wall will be pushed up to the back. This Bandha is practiced after 'Kumbhaka' and before 'Rechaka'.

Advantages: (1) One who practices Uddiyana Bandha regularly attains eternal youth.

(2) This 'Bandha' helps in preserving celibacy.

(3) It awakens Kundalini Shakti.

(4) The constant practice of this Bandha makes the body vigorous and healthy.