From Glowing Skin To Mindfulness :An Insight into the Surya Namaskar For A Healthy Life Style

*Surya Namaskar involves series of asana
*It is a great workout for weight loss, especially in losing belly fat
*A great tool to attain mindfulness

Over centuries, people seek and offerings to the sun as it is the ultimate source of energy for a living. One of such practices honored for ages is the Surya Namaskar-A Salutation performed to the Sun God in gratitude for the life giving energy. Sun represents energy, power and vitality. It is best practiced early in the morning or before sunrise. Surya Namaskar is one of the most ancient Yogic techniques that helps you frame mindfulness, balance the energy and form a deeper connections .

In today’s article, we shall take you through the insights and benefits of Surya Namaskar.

The Surya Namaskar or the Sun salutation comes with many benefits if performed with dedication and at right time. The best time to perform Surya Namaskar is in the mornings. In our body, the Surya Nadi runs along the right side. So when you begin the Surya Namaskar, it should be started with your right leg.

Surya Namaskar has total of 8 Aasans framed into a sequence of 12 steps for each side i.e. right and left. One complete cycle of Surya Namaskar accounts to 24 counts I,e,12 counts on each side. Each Aasana has a specific breath pattern assigned that is followed through 24 salutations.

 

Now, take a look into the steps to perform Surya Namaskar:

 

1.Pranam Aasana ( The Prayer Pose)

 

 

2.Hastha Utanasana (The raised arm pose)

 

 

3.Padahasthasana (Standing forward bend)

 

 

4.Ashwa Sanchalasana (Equestrian pose)

 

 

5.Santholasana /Kumbhakasana (Plank Pose)

 

6.Ashtanga Asana (8 limbed salutation)

 

7.Bhujangasan (Cobra pose)

 

8.Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward facing Dog pose)

 

9.Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian pose)

 

10.Hasthapadasana (Hand to foot pose)

 

11.Hastha Utanasana (The raised arm pose)

 

12. Pranam Asana (Prayer Pose)

 

 

 

Benefits:

1. Helps in weight loss process.
2. Improves completion.
3. Improves muscle and joint power.
4. Helps in better functioning of digestion and helps eliminate digestive ailments.
5. Helps combat insomnia.
6. Regularizes menstrual cycle.
7. Tones the spine, neck, shoulder, arms etc, enhances flexibility.
8. Improves your connect between your mind, body and soul.
9. Reduces stress levels.
10. Enhances skin and hair care.
11. Calms your mind and boosts immunity and energy levels.

 

 

Benefits of Surya Namaskar in children :

Be it in any age, Surya Namaskar adds to many benefits. When it comes to children, it helps improve concentration, reduce anxiety especially during the exams. Besides, it provides strength, vitality and ensures muscle growth.

Benefits in Women :

Surya Namaskar is of a great benefit for anyone who is health conscious. Certain poses of the Surya Namaskar helps lose the extra pounds around your belly. Besides, it also enhances stimulation of thyroids and increase hormonal secretions. A regular practice of Surya Namaskar can help you ward off health issues such as PCOD, irregular menstrual cycle and aide to glowing skin keeping your wrinkles at bay .

Enhances Intuition:

Surya Namaskar combined with meditation help expand the solar plexus helping bring more focus and reduce depression and negative ideals.

Well, that’s all for now. See you next time with more insights on Surya Namaskar!