Yoga: Achieve mental & physical sanity
Introduction
THE NOMENCLATURE

The nomenclature ‘Surya Namaskar’ is composed othe term ‘Surya’ (meaning ‘The Sun God’) and the term ‘Namaskar’ (connoting obeisance). Both the words have their roots in Sanskrit.

TRACING ITS HISTORY

Surya Namaskar has been devised by the Indian sages over the ages as a complete exercise.

A COMPLETE PHYSIO-SPIRITUAL CULTURE

Once you start practicing Surya Namaskar, you will notice that it has a scientific base. You’d appreciate it as the best physio-spiritual compact exercise in the world. Surya Namaskar develops both the mind and the body simultaneously. The exercise aims at a harmonious booster oall the physical features while galvanizing the mind.

WHAT EXACTLY IS SURYA NAMSKAR EXERCISE?

Surya Namaskar is a conglomeration o12 postures. They are simple. This sequence oa dozen othe yogic exercises blends breathing and physical activities in a scientific manner.

The Surya Namaskar postures follow in such a way that iposture No.1 makes the yoga practitioner bend backwards, then posture No. 2 needs the practitioner to bend forwards. The consequence is an all-round exercise othe body.

BOTH THE SEXES CAN DO SURYA NAMASKAR

Any normal person who has attained eight years oage can perform Surya Namaskar.

WHAT ABOUT THOSE WITH POOR HEALTH & THE ELDERLY?

Those with a poor constitution can also practise Surya Namaskar. But, it is advisable to have health check-up carried out prior to taking up the postures. Ithey get the nod from the physician, they will observe a definite improvement in their overall physique even as their mental strength will start turning positive. In fact, their outlook towards life will change for the better.

The elderly people can surely do the 12 postures. These exercises carry special benefits for the people who are approaching the middle ages. It is at this age that the limbs start stiffening.

Surya Namaskar is also ideal for those people who may have left exercising. They will regain their youthful vigor.

SURYA NAMASKAR POSTURES ARE COMPLETE IN THEMSELVES

Suppose one is unable to do the asanas for various other physiological reasons. One can then practise the Surya Namaskar postures as the sole exercise module.

THE REQUIREMENTS

Absolutely nothing! And, that’s the best part oall the yogic byams or asanas (exercises). They are neither expensive nor time consuming. What is more, each othem including each othe 12 Surya Namaskar postures can be completed within a few minutes.

You can do the Surya Namaskars in your home.

WHEN TO DO THE SURYA NAMASKARS?

The Surya Namaskar postures are very effective means to limber up. Hence, they are generally carried out before the other asanas. At the end othe 12 postures, you will feel refreshed and relaxed.

Notably, iyou are in a rush you can simply do the 12 postures within the span ojust 15 minutes at the most. These complete exercises will substitute the other asanas which you have not been able to do that day. The effect would be equally enervating!