SURYA NAMASKAR Also, know as SUN SALUTATION is a combination of 12 powerful yoga postures. It is a very ancient technique of expressing gratitude towards the Sun. Sun is also considered as Devta(Lord) in India. Nothing is more important to us on earth than the sun. It is the source of life on earth. Sun provides us with heat, light, and energy, the earth would-be lifeless without the sun. Surya namaskar is a great cardiovascular workout. Studies show that it has a positive impact on the mind and body. Regular practice of Surya namaskar will increase the size of solar plexus in our body, which is said to be the second brain of our body. It also increases our creativity and intuitive abilities. This 12 yoga posture, when done twice makes one complete Surya namaskar. There are 12 names of Surya. These 12 yoga postures in Surya namaskar are dedicated to 12 names of Surya. 12 names of Surya are SURYA, RAVI, BHASKAR, MITRA, BHANU, KHAGA, PUSHAN, ADITYA,...
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