5 Interesting Facts About Suryanamaskar

Since ancient times, Yoga has been considered a process of purification of mind, body and soul. Today, we aspire towards achieving a healthy body and are allured by its health benefits. One such exercise that can help us achieve this is 'Surya Namaskar'. The act of Surya Namaskar in yoga is considered to be a full body workout and is extremely beneficial for weight loss. NDTV Good Times brings you some amazing facts about this exercise.

1. Combination of 12 asanas: Surya Namaskar is completed by performing 12 asanas, starting from Pranamasana and ending at the same. It is a blend of highly efficient postures like Hasta Uttanasana (Raised arm posture), Padahastasana (Hand-to-foot posture), Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian posture), Parvatasana (Mountain posture) and Ashtanga Namaskara (Salutation with eight limbs).

It works on your muscles, arms, shoulders, thighs, butts, back, stomach and lower abdomen. Each posture caters to multiple body parts and is especially considered to strengthen the core. Doesn't that make it a complete workout?

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