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Bene ts of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation)

For centuries, people from all civilizations have o ered prayers to the sun, the ultimate source of life and energy. One such practice is the
Surya Namaskar. Here are a few FAQs which will help you know more about this unique practice for holistic.

What is Surya Namaskar?

Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation is an ancient technique of paying respects to the Sun and constitutes 12 di erent postures. It is a form
of expressing gratitude to this source of all life on the planet.

Does it have any base in science?

"All our emotions get stored in the solar plexus. It is also the point from where one's gut feelings arise. The size of the solar plexus is said
to be like that of a small gooseberry. However, for those who do yoga and meditation, it becomes three to four times larger than the
normal size. The more expanded your solar plexus, the greater is your mental stability and your intuition".
~  Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Yes, it does. In fact, it is important to understand the science behind this ancient technique. This will help you approach this powerful yoga
practice with the right outlook. Ancient sages of India have said di erent energies govern di erent parts of the body. For instance, the
solar plexus located behind the navel is connected to the Sun. Regular practice of Surya Namaskar enhances the solar plexus. This, in turn,
increases your creativity, intuitive abilities, decision-making, con dence and leadership skills. This is why the practice of Surya Namaskar is
highly recommended.

When can I do these asanas?

You can do Surya Namaskar at any time of the day. However, it is best to do it at sunrise. This is when sun rays help revitalize the body and
refresh the mind. There are bene ts at other times of the day too. If you do it in the afternoon, it energizes your body instantly and at
dusk, it helps you unwind.

Can you practice it at any pace?

These 3-speed variations can help you get optimum bene ts of Surya Namaskar:

Slow pace: It helps to make your body exible

Medium pace: It helps to tone your muscles

Fast pace: It acts as an excellent cardiovascular workout and helps in weight loss

What are the bene ts of Surya Namaskar steps?

Bene ts of Surya Namaskar steps are manifold. It helps in better functioning of the body and mental faculties. To sum up, a few are listed
below:
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Online Postures are a good blend of warm-ups and asanas.
 • It helps to keep you disease-free and healthy.
• Regular practice of Surya Namaskar promotes balance in the body.
• It improves blood circulation throughout the body.
• Strengthens the heart.
• Tones digestive tract.
• Stimulates abdominal muscles, respiratory system, lymphatic system, spinal nerves and other internal organs.
• In addition, it tones the spine, neck, shoulder, arms, hands, wrist, back and leg muscles, promoting overall exibility.
• Psychologically, it regulates the inter-connectedness of body, breath, and mind, thus making you calmer and boosting the energy
levels with sharpened awareness. 

There are also speci c bene ts of Surya Namaskar for weight loss, hair, and skin. 

Bene ts of Surya Namaskar for weight loss

• It is an intensive physical exercise that works on every part of the body.

• You can increase the number by the day and watch the pounds disappear. The bends and stretches help you lose ab evenly.

Bene ts of Surya Namaskar for hair

• Surya Namaskar improves blood circulation to the scalp, thus preventing hair loss.
• The increased blood circulation nourishes the head and there is a healthy growth.
• Di erent poses help prevent graying of hair.
Bene ts of Surya Namaskar for glowing skin

• Surya Namaskar improves blood circulation to all parts of the body. This helps keep the skin young.
• It increases energy and vitality, making your face glow with radiance, which helps the skin stay rm.
• As Surya Namaskar helps relieve stress, it prevents onset of wrinkles. 
 

How can children enjoy bene ts of Surya Namaskar?

With cut throat competition everywhere, there has been a sudden increase in children struggling with stress and anxiety. Surya Namaskar
helps calm the mind and improves concentration and endurance. It reduces the feeling of anxiety and restlessness, especially during
exams. Regular practice of Surya Namaskar also gives strength and vitality to the body. It is a great workout for their growing muscles. It
improves spine’s exibility and limbs of young aspiring athletes. Even ve year old’s can practice Surya Namaskar daily.

Why should women do Surya Namaskar?

Surya Namaskar can do what months of dieting cannot. Hence, it is a blessing for health-conscious women. This is an easy and natural way
to stay in shape. Some of the Sun Salutation poses help lose extra fat around the belly. They do this by stimulating sluggish glands, like the
thyroid gland, inducing it to increase hormonal secretions. Regular practice of Surya Namaskar can also help regulate irregular menstrual
cycles and assist in child birth. Finally, it helps your face glow, prevents wrinkles and makes you appear ageless.

Surya Namaskar enhances intuition

Regular practice of Sun Salutations and meditation helps the almond-sized solar plexus becomes palm-sized one. This expansion of the
solar plexus helps develops your intuitive ability, making you more focused. On the other hand, contraction can lead to depression and
other negative tendencies.
So, we highly recommend that you do these poses regularly. It boosts your mind, body, and spirit. Further more, you can try out these tips
to fully enjoy the bene ts of Surya Namaskar.
Yoga practice helps develop the body and mind bringing a lot of health bene ts. Yet, it is not a substitute for medicine. It is important to learn and
practice yoga postures under the supervision of a trained Sri Sri Yoga teacher. In the case of any medical condition, practice yoga postures after
consulting a doctor and a Sri Sri Yoga teacher. Find a Sri Sri Yoga program at an Art of Living Center near you. Do you need information on
programs or share feedback? Write to us at info@srisriyoga.in.

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