Benefits of Surya Namaskar – Everything You Need to Know
When I am here in the Himalayas I am reminded every day, of the beauty of nature, and how blessed I am to be situated on this beautiful planet called Earth.
We are constantly orbiting the life-giving star of the universe, in English called the Sun. Without the Sun no Earth, no humans, no trees, no animals, no life on Earth at all, to provide us this wonderful home that we all share.
When was the last time you spend time being grateful to the giver of life?
The question for many people is; how do we incorporate the practice of gratitude into the busy life that most people live today?
In Yoga one of the most effective and meaningful practices is called “Surya Namaskar” which in English translates into “Sun Salutation.” This practice is performed at sunrise, it has great benefits both on the mental, physical and spiritual plane;
– Mentally because we build awareness that the sun is the giver of life and that we are nothing without it, so the ego will be challenged, and eventually, we will bow down and surrender.
– Physically because we go through a series of postures that move and stretch the entire body.
– Spiritually because we practice being present, to exclude the external world and focus on the internal.
Some of the benefits of spending time doing the practice of Surya Namaskar are listed below;
* It strengthens the entire body
* Improves flexibility of the body and releases stiffness
* Relieves constipation and promotes healthy digestion
* Stimulates the nervous system
* Builds focus and concentration
* Improves the capacity of the lungs, stimulates oxygen supply, and regulates it to all the vital organs in the body
* Highly beneficial for improving blood circulation
* Promotes weight loss and activates basal metabolic rate
* Helps in making childbirth comparatively easier
* Beneficial in managing arthritis
* Improves mental and physical balance
* Develops patience and builds stamina
Best of all you will feel rejuvenated and alive, ready to face whatever is coming your way.
If you have the desire to learn then do not hesitate to contact me, I love to help you to find your path of learning more and improving your life quality.
