Universal moral commandments or ethical disciplines. The classical work on yoga by Patanjali. You may hear your teacher talking about bandhas or locks. A bandha is a muscular grip that enhances subtle energy flow. By engaging the muscles located in the pelvic floor, a solid working base is created.
Energy rises up the spinal column creating core strength.
This core strength is helpful when used during yoga practice and in daily life. When activated, the practitioner experiences an internal strength that gives support and allows the body to move in correct alignment, with minimal risk of injury. In time, through practice, both this application and the subsequent postures and movements improve. Mulabunda is especially helpful for sitting upright in meditation and will assist in bringing the spiritual energy up the spine, awakening the various energy centers along the way, known as chakras and nadis. This lock is used to send energy up.