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Tuesday 28 March 2017

Important Health Benefits of Surya Namaskar/ Sun Salutation


Important Health Benefits of Surya Namaskar/ Sun Salutation

Surya Namaskar is also known as sun salutation is a gesture of showing gratitude to the Sun God. Apart From having the spiritual significance it also has several health benefits. Twelve yoga poses completes one Surya Namaskar cycle. Each of the 12 phases of Surya Namaskar is designed to have a specific benefit to the body. When performed early in the morning it revitalizes your body and refreshes your mind and leaves you with extra energy for the rest of your day. A very famous saying by Sunaina Rekhi, ‘the cyclic movements of Surya Namaskar with its controlled breathing, back bends, forward bends, invigorating and calming postures, offers many health benefits.’ 

We have shared with you the various health benefits of Surya Namaskar:-
(Note:- Donot Practice Any Yoga Exercise By Yourself. Always take assistance from an yoga trainer )

1. Weight Loss:- It will help you lose weight faster, much faster than any other activity or dieting. The 12 poses of suryanamaskar will help stretch your abdominal muscles while helping you reduce pounds around your belly with fast pace. Regular course of suryanamaskar will help you reach your ideal weight within less time than expected.

2. Glowing Skin:- Surya namaskar improves the blood circulation which helps in getting back the glow on your face and retain it. It also helps in preventing wrinkles making your skin ageless and radiant.

3. Controls Blood sugar Level:- The regular practice of suryanamaskar aids in bringing down your blood sugar levels and help keep heart diseases at bay.

4. Improves Digestion:- Surya namaskar helps in smooth running of your digestive system. All the 12 yoga poses will help in increasing the blood flow to your digestive tract resulting in better functioning of the intestines. People who suffer from constipation and dyspepsia or indigestion should practise Surya Namaskar every morning on an empty stomach.

5. Removes Anxiety:- Surya namaskar helps calm you down and get rid of anxiety. It also improves your memory and nervous system.

6. Flexibility:- Surya namaskar asanas makes your body more flexible and agile as you workout with your entire body. Regular practice of suryanamaskar will make your body flexible and smooth.

7. Cures Insomnia:- The 12 asanas of suryanamaskar will help calm your mind, giving you a good and sound sleep at night. Regular practice of this yogacan improve your sleeping pattern.

8. Detox:- The continues active inhalation and exhalation process makes the lungs thoroughly ventilated and the blood remains oxygenated which helps in detoxifying your body by getting rid of carbon dioxide and other toxic gases.9. Boost Health:- Regular course of surya namaskar provides a complete body warm-up as well as mental awareness which can make a positive difference to your life.

9. Boost Health:- Regular course of surya namaskar provides a complete body warm-up as well as mental awareness which can make a positive difference to your life.

10. Regular Menstrual Cycle:- Those who suffers from irregular menstrual cycle should practice surya namaskar daily as it will help you suppress the irregularity.

11. Strong Muscles and Joints:- Regular practice of surya namaskar helps you stretch and strengthen your muscles, joints, ligament, as well as the skeletal system. It also makes your spine and waist more stronger and flexible.

12. Strong Abs:- Surya namaskar strengthens your abdominal muscles when you practice it on the regular basis in correct way that means your core muscles including your abs get a great workout.

13. Neutralize Thyroid Secretion:- Due to improper thyroid functioning obesity or weight gain is caused. Therefore, regularly practice surya namaskar to Neutralize the thyroid secretion and attain your ideal weight.14. Strong Hair:- Surya namaskar enhances the blood circulation and hence protects hair from falling and greying.


[ P.S :- Although surya namaskar or sun salutation is very beneficial for health, but there are exceptions when it comes to those who cannot practise this exercise. 

  1. Patients of hernia and high blood pressure are advised against this practice.
  2. Women should avoid Surya Namaskar and other asanas during their periods .
  3. If you are suffering from any backpain then always consult some yoga expert before doing it on your won.
  4. Pregnant women should not practise this yoga exercise ]

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