In the vast ocean of yogic sciences, most of us are familiar with Hatha or Vinyasa. But there is a lesser-known, whispered-about branch called .

The primary goal is to transform sexual energy ( Ojas ) into mental radiance ( Tejas ). While there are 108 postures in the full system, almost all sequences begin with these three “pillar” asanas. 1. Viparita Karani (The Inverter) This is the "King" of anti-aging postures. Unlike the common "Legs-Up-The-Wall" pose, the Kayakalpa version requires a full throat lock.

Disclaimer: This article is based on classical yogic texts (Tirumantiram and Yoga Yajnavalkya). Please consult a medical doctor before attempting extreme breath retention or inverted postures.