Surya Namaskar Sun Salutation

Surya Namaskar Sun Salutation

Sun salutation or Surya Namaskar is a yoga practice that includes a sequence of 12 asanas which are linked together in a flow.

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Benefits of Surya Namaskar

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– It is good for physical and mental strength and overall body functioning. – Helps in connecting the body with the breath and consciousness, making it more mindful.

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– Helps in weight loss and body toning. – Improves inner core muscles and joints. – Improve digestive system and improve stomach issues.

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– Improves body complexion and reduces stress levels. – Improves menstrual cycle of the women. – Improves sleep cycle.

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– Improve blood circulation of the overall body. Improves the functioning of the internal organs. – Increases flexibility of the overall body.

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– Improves immune system. – Stretches abdominal muscles and spinal cord making it more flexible.

Calories burnt in Surya Namaskar

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– It is said that 13.90 calories are burnt in doing one round of Surya Namaskar.

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– One can imagine how powerful this asana is. 139 calories can be burnt in doing just 10 rounds of Sun Salutation.

Best time to do Surya Namaskar

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– Generally it is done in the early morning before sunrise but one can also practise Surya Namaskar anytime but with an empty stomach.

How many times should we perform Surya Namaskar in a day?

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– This asana can be initiated with 5 cycles a day as a beginner.

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– This asana can be then gradually increased to 11 cycles per day. – It can be increased to 108 cycles daily.

Who should avoid Surya Namaskar?

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– Pregnant women should not practise Surya Namaskar. – People with high blood pressure should also avoid this asana.

Quotes on Yoga

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– Yoga is the foundation of youth. You are only as young as your spine is flexible - By Bob Harper.

Quotes on Yoga

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– Yoga is a light which once lit, will never dim. The brighter your practice, the brighter the flame - By B.K.S. Iyengar