Question

How many postures are there in Surya Namaskara?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Surya Namaskar covers twelve asanas in a yoga sequence. 12 asanas of Surya Namaskar are as follows:

1. Pranamasana

2. Hasta Uttanasana

3. Padahastasana

4. Ashwa Sanchalanasana

5. Kumbhakasana

6. Ashtanga Namaskara

7. Bhujangasana

8. Parvatasana

9. Ashwa Sanchalanasana

10. Padahastasana

11. Hasta Uttanasana

12. Pranamasana

Surya Namaskar is an asana performed to salute the sun. This is the most favorite asana for many yogis. This yoga must be done 12 rounds daily for getting effective results.

Surya Namaskar offers many benefits. It is better than jogging or walking. The posture followed in Surya Namaskar involves a complete body workout. Thus it serves better results than walking.

Surya Namaskar helps in losing the body weight and promotes skin glow. Menstrual cycle can be regulated and blood sugar level can be reduced.