2.30 minutes
Surya Namaskar
Sun is the main source of prana - the very source of life. Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation is a yogic exercise designed to channelise and assimilate this prana shakthi abundantly into our body. It makes the body a perfect receptor of energies. In Gurukulas, initially only yogasanas and Surya Namaskars were taught because, for a healthy mind, it is essential to have a healthy body.
Surya Namaskar comprises 12 asanas. More than a physical exercise, it is a very powerful kriya that involves appropriate inhalation and exhalation with complete focus. It revives the entire nadi system - both physical and subtle. It revitalises the physical, vital and mental bodies altogether. Regular and effective practice of Suryna Namaskar takes care of all our health problems and also supports our daily meditations tremendously.
Surya Namaskar comprises 12 asanas. More than a physical exercise, it is a very powerful kriya that involves appropriate inhalation and exhalation with complete focus. It revives the entire nadi system - both physical and subtle. It revitalises the physical, vital and mental bodies altogether. Regular and effective practice of Suryna Namaskar takes care of all our health problems and also supports our daily meditations tremendously.
Practice
A minimum of 13 rounds can be done in a day. One may increase the rounds gradually. Siddhas believe that one who does 108 rounds of Surya Namaskar every day will be free from all illnesses. One may also chant ‘AUM’ before every round in order to trigger the necessary energies in the system.
who
✔ Anyone above 8 years of age
where
✔ Indoors or Outdoors
when
✔ Anytime of day, preferably early morning
Benefits
✔ Regular and right practise of Surya Namaskar has the following effects:
✔ Rectifies health issues related to joints, spine and nervous system.
✔ Increases longevity.
✔ Boosts self-confidence and optimism.
✔ Regulates breath related issues.
✔ Pranamaya kosha becomes powerful.
✔ Glands of the physical body are stimulated.
✔ Chakras are activated.
✔ Blood flow is regulated and thus helps in maintaining cardiovascular health.
✔ Aura improves. Facilitates a glow in the face.
✔ Decreases stress levels.
✔ Increases creativity, discrimination and intellectual abilities.
✔ Physical body gets toned; it adds flexibility.
✔ Helps lose weight.
Guidelines
✔ One can practice Surya Namaskar anytime in the day provided, the stomach is empty. However, it is advisable to practice it early in the morning during sunrise in an empty stomach. Otherwise, it should be practiced 3 hours after food or half to 1 hour after water.
✔ One should practise Surya Namaskar facing East till 12 noon, and facing North from noon till sunset. It is better to avoid practising Surya Namaskar after sunset.
✔ We will receive the same amount of prana shakthi whether we do indoors or in open space.
✔ Once the practice is completed, it is better not to wipe the sweat with a towel; instead allow it to dry on its own.
✔ One may drink water after a time gap of 15 minutes.
✔ It is strongly recommended to give a time period of 45 minutes before taking a bath.
⚠️Those who have issues with heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, spinal cord and blood pressure should consult a doctor before starting the practice. So also pregnant women, lactating mothers and those who have had any kind of surgeries in the recent past.
✔ It is advisable to learn Surya Namaskar from an experienced yoga practitioner for correct postures and wholesome benefits.
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