Before we hit the mat and explain all the ways you can master this asana for health, here are a few tips to know:
Breathe
Not just for Surya Namaskar, this is a given for all the exercises. Focus on your breathing, keeping it slow, smooth and calm.
Be constant
Be consistent and constant with your Surya namaskar. That means that you have to follow it daily to see the results in the long run. Do not ditch it after a few days.
Align well
There are 12 poses in a normal Surya namaskar for beginners. Concentrate and focus on the alignment of all the postures. Even the slightest misalignment can cause injuries and give you long-lasting pain instead of benefits.
Apart from these main tips, here are a few more precautions to take:
- Always remember to bring your attention towards your breath, slowly and calmly
- Surya namaskar can be easily done daily with 4-5 sets. Increase it gradually, with time
- If you have any pain in any part of the body, discontinue and consult with a doctor before resuming
- Relax your body after each set. Remember it is not a competition of numbers Do not try it yourself.
- Do it only under the guidance of an experienced yoga teacher
- If you are a heart patient, do not do it unsupervised. Consult your doctor first and then,
- if allowed, do it under the guidance of a good yoga practitioner
Now that you know this, let’s take a look at how you can master Surya namaskar for beginners, one step at a time.