Location: Maha bandha also known as great lock is a combination of Mula Bandha, Uddiyana Bandha, and Jalandhara Bandha.

How to Perform: Once you have mastered the individual bandhas, you can practice the Maha Bandha. After exhaling, apply Mula Bandha, followed by Uddiyana Bandha, and finally Jalandhara Bandha. Hold all three locks simultaneously, then release in reverse order (Jalandhara first, then Uddiyana, and finally Mula).

Purpose: Activates all major chakras, creating a powerful flow of energy throughout the body. Maha Bandha harmonizes the nervous system, helps in meditation, and brings a heightened state of awareness.

These bandhas can be used during pranayama, meditation, and asana practices to control and intensify the effects of energy flow, promoting greater physical and mental discipline.