Sun Salutation

One of the most common and perhaps one of the most important positions in the practice of Yoga is known as the sun salutation. Of course this is just a generic name that has been given to it; the real name is Sury Namaskara.

The sun salutation consists of a total of 12 different postures that alternate from the back to the front and features both stretched as well as bent positions. This particular part of Yoga runs the spinal column through its full range of motion. It helps to better oxygenate the body which results in improved detoxification and just feeling healthier.

There are many benefits of performing the sun salutation on a regular basis that includes things like the massaging of the digestive tract that helps to keep it in top conditions, ventilates the lungs and helps improve the oxygen levels of the blood, gets rid of carbon dioxide as well as many other toxins from the body and even helps to normalize the endocrine system; most notably helps to keep the thyroid in top condition. Women who practice regularly insist that the sun salutation helps to firm up their breasts as well as suppresses irregular menstrual periods. It is also known to prevent loss of hair as well as reducing fat.

However, while there are some great benefits to performing the sun salutation daily, women who are pregnant should refrain from this posture after the third trimester. Those who have hernias and high blood pressure should also sustain and women who are menstruating should not du the sun salutation. Thos who may have a back condition should consult with their physician before hand to determine if it is alright for them to perform and how often it is safe to do.