SURYA NAMASKAR

SURYA NAMASKAR 

SURYA NAMASKAR  is one of the most important yoga practices. It is the set of 12 yoga poses which can be performed while chanting 12 different mantras. Mantras add a profound spiritual element to the practice.Surya Namaskar is translated as "eternal salutations to the sun." In Sanskrit, surya means "sun" and namaskar means "salutations." The practice of Surya Namaskar awakens the body intelligence to create energy directly from the sun. In the Vedic tradition, the sun is symbolic of consciousness and, therefore, has been worshiped daily in the Indian culture.  A healthy and strong body is like an ornament. If you are healthy, you will be able to study properly, go on excursions or participate in competitions. Due to the gift of Yoagasan given by ancient Sages, you can remain healthy and lead a long life. 

 Benefits of Surya Namaskar:


 Ø  Stimulates the nervous system
 Ø  Helps in stretching, flexing and toning the muscles
 Ø  Excellent exercise for weight loss management
 Ø  Strengthens the immune system
 Ø  Improves overall health, strengthens the body and relaxes mind
 Ø  Improves concentration power.

 The Sanskrit language says about Surya Namaskar  :

आदित्यस्य नमस्कारं ये कुर्वन्ति दिने दिने।
जन्मान्तरसहस्रेषु दारिद्र्यं नोपजायते।।


Various chants (mantras) to be done during Surya Namaskar

1. Pranamasana : It is also called prayer pose. Stand upright on your mat and join hand in front of  chest in namaskar mudra.
   Mantra : " OM MITRAYE NAMAHA"

2. Hasta Utthanasana : Keeping the palms joined in the previous prayer position, breath in and lift your arms up and bend backward slightly.
 Mantra : "OM RAVAYE NAMAHA"

3.Padahastasana : While breathing out start bending forward from the hips until the palms of both the hands touch the floor on either side of the feet.
 Mantra : "OM SURYAYA NAMAHA"

4 Ashwa Sanchalanasana : Breath in and stretch the right leg back as far as is comfortable . Let the right knee touch the floor and also put the toes of the right foot on the floor.
 Mantra : "OM BHANAVE NAMAHA"

5 Parvatasana : Stretch the left foot back beside the right foot. Rise the buttocks and lower the head between the arms so that a shape of a mountain is formed by the body
  Madra : "OM KHAGAYA NAMAHA"

6. Ashtanga Namaskar : Keeping the feet and hands at the same place as in position 5,  start lowering the body to the floor , in such a manner that knees, chest and touch the floor.
  Mudra : "OM PUSHNE NAMAHA"

7.Bhujangasana : With the toes and hands on the floor as in position 6, slide the chest forward raising first the head , the shoulders, the chest and the abdomen till the navel, and come in the cobra pose. Buttocks and hips are lowered to the floor with the arms supporting the trunk.
 Mantra : "OM HIRANYA GARBHAYA NAMAHA"

8. Parvastasana : While breathing out, raise the buttocks and lower the head between the arms so that a shape of a mountain is formed by the body, same as was done in position 5.
 Mantra : "OM MARICHAYE NAMAHA"

9. Ashwa Sanchalansana :  While breathing in bend the right leg and bring the right foot forward between the hands. At the same time lower the left knee to touch the floor.Tilt the head backward and arch the back.
 Mantra : "OM ADITYAYA NAMAHA"

10. Padahastasana : Now slowly bring your left foot forward, net to the right foot as you exhale. Keeping the position of your hands intact, lift yourself up to slowly enter Hasta Padasana.
 Mantra : "OM SAVITRE NAMAHA"

11. Hasta Utthanasana : While breathing in start raising the torso and stretch the arms above the head. Bend the arms, head and upper trunk backward. Both the arms should be shoulder width apart.
 Mantra : "OM ARKAYA NAMAHA"

12. Pranamasana : While breathing out bring the palms together and join them in front of the chest.
    Mantra : "OM BHASKARAYA NAMAHA"

From Surya Namaskar You will experience a boost in the immune system, improved digestion, increase in your lung capacity, and a balanced metabolism, reproductive and circulatory system. Regular practice helps in naturally balancing the endocrine system and restoring hormonal balance, giving you glowing skin, healthy bones, and a great mood to kick-start your day with positive energy.
Since the sequence is a combination of dynamic asanas and bends and affects the entire body, it should not be practiced when you have excess toxins in the body, fever, boils, rashes, or if you suffer from high blood pressure, heart problems, hernia, and slip disc or even during the onset of menstruation as it may create more pressure and heat.

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