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11 Benifits of Suryanamaskar

11 Benifits of Suryanamaskar 

          Surya Namaskar, commonly known as Sun Salutation, is a traditional yoga sequence comprising 12 postures. This uncomplicated yet impactful routine serves as a wholesome start to the day, seamlessly blending each posture with mindful breathing. Rooted in the reverence for the sun god as a symbol of energy and vitality, Surya Namaskar offers a holistic approach to well-being. 
        The practice not only enhances flexibility, strength, and overall fitness but also contributes to mental focus and stress reduction. Its regular incorporation into one's routine promotes physical and mental equilibrium. Recognized for its accessibility and simplicity, Surya Namaskar emerges as a popular fitness choice, offering a diverse range of stretches and exercises without the need for cumbersome equipment.

12 Steps to perform Surya Namaskar
1.Pranam Asana (The Prayer pose)
2.Hastha Utanasana (Raised arm pose)
3.Padahastasana (Standing forward bend)
4.Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose)
5.Santholanasana (Plank Pose)
6.Ashtanga Namaskar Asana (Eight limbed salutation)
7.Bhujangasana (Cobra pose)
8.Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward dog pose)
9.Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose)
10.Padahastasana (Standing forward bend)
11.Hastha Uthanasana
12.Pranam Asana


Benefits of Surya Namaskar:
1.Helps with weight loss
2. Strengthens muscles and joints
3. Improved complexion
4.Ensures a better functioning digestive system
5.Helps combat insomnia
6.Ensures regular menstrual cycle
7.Useful in treatment of frozen shoulders
8.Spinal cord and abdominal muscles are stretched
9.Internal organs are massaged
10.Improves flexibility of the hips
11.Stimulates the Manipura Chakra
12.Improves balance in the nervous system
13.Reduces blood sugar levels
14.Reduces stress levels
15.Tones the entire body
16.Improves digestion and reduces constipation
17.Promotes balance between both sides of the body
18.Eliminates stomach ailments


1.Soothes your mind and promotes relaxation
Surya Namaskar offers more than just physical benefits. It can also be a calming and meditative practice that reduces stress and helps you relax. Focusing on your breath and the flowing movements clears your mind and eases tension. This can lead to a sense of calmness. Making it a valuable fitness routine for managing stress and finding moments of peace in your day.


2.Enhanced Circulation
Surya Namaskar improves your blood circulation, and that's good for your heart. When you do these yoga poses regularly, they make your heart pump more efficiently, which is great for your cardiovascular health. The improved blood circulation, ensures oxygen and nutrients get to all parts of your body. This, in turn, lowers the risk of blood pressure and keeps your heart strong.

3.Mental Clarity
Practicing Surya Namaskar regularly can sharpen your mind. This yoga sequence demands attention and focus on each pose, keeping you fully engaged. As you flow through the poses and breathe mindfully, your ability to concentrate improves. It's like a mental workout, enhancing your focus and making your mind clearer. With time, this heightened concentration can help you in daily tasks, studies, or work. So, Surya Namaskar isn't just good for your body; it's also a simple way to boost your mental focus and attention.


4.Benefits of Surya Namaskar for Children
With cut-throat competition everywhere, children are exposed to stress and anxiety at an early age. Surya Namaskar helps children calm their minds, improve concentration, and build 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 also aids in muscle growth and makes the body more flexible. Children as young as five-year-old can also practice Surya Namaskar daily.



5.Detoxification
Surya Namaskar acts like a natural detox for your body. When you do these yoga poses regularly, you stimulate various systems, like the lymphatic system, which helps in removing toxins. Sweating during the practice also helps in getting rid of waste from your body. This detoxification process can leave you feeling refreshed and energized. So, by practicing Surya Namaskar, you support your body in eliminating harmful substances and staying healthier.

6.Digestive Health
The various poses and controlled breathing help to activate your digestive system. This means your body can break down food more efficiently, reducing the chances of digestive troubles like bloating or constipation. The practice can also help with metabolism, aiding in weight management. So, by doing Surya Namaskar regularly, you can improve your digestion, feel lighter, and reduce the chances of digestive problems.


7.Respiratory Health
Surya Namaskar involves breathing in a specific way during each movement, and this can help your lungs work better. When you practice it regularly, your lung capacity gets a boost, which means you can take in more air. This increased oxygen intake helps your body function efficiently, and it can also improve how well your respiratory system works.


8.Weight Management:
Regularly practicing Surya Namaskar can help with weight loss and keeping a healthy body weight. This is because Surya Namaskar is a holistic exercise that burns calories, boosts metabolism, and improves digestion. By doing it regularly, you can shed excess weight and maintain a balanced body weight. Just remember, that along with it a healthy diet is also essential.


9.Increases the glow of your skin
Surya Namaskar can give your skin a beautiful glow. By enhancing blood circulation, it ensures that your skin gets more oxygen and nutrients. This leads to a glowing complexion and a radiant look. Apart from this better circulation also helps remove waste and toxins from your skin, reducing the chances of acne, inflammation, and breakouts.


10.Prevents hair loss
Surya Namaskar improves blood circulation to the scalp, thereby preventing hair loss. The increased blood circulation nourishes the head and enables healthy hair growth. Different poses help prevent graying of hair

11.Benefits of Surya Namaskar for Women
Surya Namaskar is a boon for any health-conscious person. Some of the Sun Salutation poses help lose extra fat around the belly and let you stay in shape, naturally. These poses stimulate sluggish glands like the thyroid gland and induce it to increase hormonal secretions. Regular practice of Surya Namaskar helps women regulate irregular menstrual cycles and assist in childbirth. Further, it helps the face glow and also prevents wrinkles.


        Engaging in Yoga contributes to the holistic development of both body and mind; however, it should not be seen as a replacement for medical intervention. It is crucial to undergo yoga training under the guidance of a certified instructor. If you have any medical concerns, consult your doctor and a qualified Yoga teacher before incorporating yoga into your routine.

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