Anulom Vilom Timer | Custom Alternate Nostril Breathing App
Anulom Vilom Timer
Start here, in your browser, with no sign-up. Four counts in through one nostril, a two-count hold, four counts out through the other, then switch sides. The timer tells you which side.
Alternate nostril: 4-2-4-4-2-4 seconds, 3 breaths a minute
Free, no sign-up. Stop if you feel dizzy or lightheaded, and breathe normally.
A customizable timer for Anulom Vilom practice
Anulom Vilom, also called alternate nostril breathing, is easier to practice when each inhale, exhale, and nostril switch is timed clearly. Vayu gives you a structured Anulom Vilom timer so you can set your breathing pattern once and follow guided cues through the full session.
Time:
- Inhale through the left or right nostril
- Exhale through the opposite nostril
- Optional breath holds after inhale
- Optional breath holds after exhale
- Full alternate nostril breathing rounds
- Total session duration
Instead of manually counting seconds or remembering which side comes next, the timer guides your practice step by step.
Customize inhale, exhale, holds, and rounds
With Vayu, you can customize:
- Inhale length
- Exhale length
- Hold after inhale
- Hold after exhale
- Number of rounds
- Total practice time
- Starting nostril
- Breathing ratio
Start simple with equal inhale and exhale timing, or create a longer exhale pattern for a slower, calmer session.
Guided alternate nostril breathing cues
Vayu guides each phase of alternate nostril breathing:
- Inhale through one nostril
- Switch sides
- Exhale through the opposite nostril
- Inhale through that nostril
- Switch sides again
- Repeat the round
The timer keeps the sequence clear so you can focus on the breath instead of tracking the pattern manually.
Practice without counting in your head
Use Vayu when you want to:
- Practice Anulom Vilom at home
- Add alternate nostril breathing to a morning routine
- Use pranayama before meditation
- Slow your breathing before sleep
- Take a focused breathing break during the day
- Follow custom inhale and exhale timing without losing the rhythm
Common Anulom Vilom timing patterns
| Practice style | Example timing |
|---|---|
| Beginner Anulom Vilom | 4s inhale / 4s exhale |
| Longer exhale breathing | 4s inhale / 6s exhale |
| Relaxation-focused practice | 4s inhale / 8s exhale |
| Breath retention practice | 4s inhale / 4s hold / 8s exhale |
| Custom pranayama session | Choose your own inhale, hold, exhale, and rounds |
A pranayama timer for Anulom Vilom and other breathing exercises
Vayu is not just a stopwatch. It is a breathing app for guided pranayama practice, including Anulom Vilom, alternate nostril breathing, box breathing, 4-7-8 breathing, resonance breathing, Bhastrika, and Kapalbhati.
Use it when you need a custom breathing timer for:
- Anulom Vilom
- Alternate nostril breathing
- Pranayama practice
- Custom inhale-exhale ratios
- Breath retention
- Longer exhale breathing
- Guided breathing sessions
Use haptics and visuals to stay in rhythm
Vayu helps you follow your Anulom Vilom timer with clear visual and haptic cues. That means you do not need to stare at the screen throughout the session. This is useful for meditation, relaxation, focus, and pre-sleep breathing routines where you want the guidance to stay subtle.
Track your Anulom Vilom sessions over time
A timer helps you complete one session. Tracking helps you build a consistent practice. Vayu lets you keep track of:
- Completed breathing sessions
- Session length
- Practice streaks
- Breathing patterns used
- Heart rate and HRV changes
- Breathing history over time
Use your session history to see which timing patterns you return to most and how your body responds to different breathing exercises.
Who is this Anulom Vilom timer for?
Vayu is built for anyone who wants a more structured way to practice alternate nostril breathing. It is especially useful for people looking for:
- An Anulom Vilom timer
- An alternate nostril breathing timer
- A pranayama timer app
- A breathing app for Anulom Vilom
- A custom inhale and exhale timer
- A timer with breath holds
- A guided breathing app with nostril-switching cues
- A way to practice Anulom Vilom without counting manually
Start your Anulom Vilom timer
Create a guided Anulom Vilom session with your own inhale, exhale, hold, nostril-switching, round, and duration settings. Practice alternate nostril breathing with a timer that follows your rhythm.
Download the app for free on App Store and Google Play
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good Anulom Vilom timing pattern for beginners?
Start with equal timing, such as a 4-second inhale through one nostril and a 4-second exhale through the other. Once that feels smooth, lengthen the exhale to 6 or 8 seconds for a slower, calmer session. Add breath holds only after the basic alternating pattern feels comfortable and unforced.
What can I customize in the Vayu Anulom Vilom timer?
You can set inhale length, exhale length, holds after the inhale and after the exhale, the number of rounds, total practice time, the starting nostril, and the overall breathing ratio. Set the pattern once and the timer cues each phase and nostril switch, so you never have to count seconds in your head.
Do I need to look at my phone during an Anulom Vilom session?
No. Vayu guides each phase with visual and haptic cues, so you can follow the rhythm through gentle vibrations instead of watching the screen. That keeps the guidance subtle, which suits meditation, relaxation, focus, and pre-sleep routines where constant visual checking would pull attention away from the breath.
Can I track my Anulom Vilom practice over time?
Yes. Vayu records completed sessions, session length, practice streaks, the breathing patterns you used, heart rate and HRV changes, and your breathing history. Reviewing that history shows which timing patterns you return to most and how your body responds to different breathing exercises, which helps turn single sessions into a consistent practice.
