Health Benefits of Surya Namaskara

There are several benefits for doing Surya Namaskara regularly. Surya Namaskara must be performed preferably in an open and airy place and the mantras to be chanted. Some of the benefits are -

• Regular practice of Surya Namaskar helps to lose extra calories and reduce fat. It helps to stay thin. Practicing Surya Namaskar is the easiest way to be in shape.
• Surya Namaskar helps to cope with insomnia and related disorders. Surya Namaskar practice calms the mind, thus helps to get sound sleep.
• The combination of backward and forward movements also ensures that your digestive system is on track and helps in curing constipation and other digestion related problems.
• Helps in making the joints and ligaments stronger in order to carry the body weight without much effort.
• Promotes blood circulation in the body and hence helps to maintain the cardiovascular system of the body.
• Improves the entire endocrine system and regulates the functioning of endocrine glands.
• For women, those who suffer from irregular menstrual cycles, practising Surya Namaskar regulates the cycle.
• For women, regular practice reduces the fear of pregnancy and ensures easy childbirth.
• Above all, regular practice of Surya Namaskara (Sun salutation) makes you feel good and healthy.