surya namaskaram poses

1. BENEFITS OF SURYA NAMASKAR
(SUN SALUTATION)

2. Posturesof SuryaNamaskar

3. Benefits–Posturewise
Step-1: Pranayama (Prayer Pose)
It helps to relax the nervous system
and maintain the balance of your body.

4. Step-2:HastaUttanasana(RaisedArmsPose)
It stretches and tones the muscles of the
abdomen.
Expands the chest which results in a full
intake of oxygen where lung capacity is fully
utilized.
The objective of doing this asana is to expand
the whole body from heels to the tip of the
fingers.

5. Step-3:HastaPadasana(HandtoFootPose)
It makes the waist and spine
flexible.
Stretches the hamstrings and open
the hips, shoulders, and arms.

6. Step-4:AshwaSanchalanasana(EquestrianPose)
It makes the spine and neck flexible
and strengthens the leg muscles.
It also helps in indigestion and
constipation.

7. Step-5:Dandasana(StickPose)
It stretches the arms, chest, shoulder,
and spine, improves posture and calms
the mind

8. Step-6:AshtangaNamaskara(SalutewitheightpartsPose)
It increases the flexibility of the
back and spine.
Strengthen the back muscles and
reduces stress and anxiety.

9. Step-7:Bhujangasana(CobraPose)
It stretches the shoulders, chest and
back, increases flexibility and elevates
mood

10. Step-8:Parvatasana(MountainPose)
It increases the blood flow to the
spinal region and strengthens
the muscles of the arms and
legs.

11. Step-9:AshwaSanchalanasana(EquestrianPose)
It brings flexibility to leg muscles and
tones the abdominal organs.

12. Step-10:HastaPadasana(HandtoFootPose)
It Stretches the hamstrings
and opens the hips, shoulders
and arms.

13. Step-11:HastaUttanasana(RaisedArmsPose)
It stretches and tones the
muscles of the abdomen.
Expands the chest which results
in a full intake of oxygen where
lung capacity is fully utilized.
The objective of doing this
asana is to expand the whole
body from heels to the tips of
fingers.

14. Step-12:Tadasana(StandingorPalmTreePose)
It strengthens thighs, knees,
and ankles and improves
posture.

15. Otherbenefits
Surya Namaskar or Sun Salutation has several other benefits for the body as well, such as:
 Improves muscle strength and endurance
 Helps in weight loss
 Aids in developing a strong upper body
 Maintains cardiovascular health
 Revives the nervous system
 Improves flexibility in both men and women
 Improves immunity
 Strengthens the body and improves overall health