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12 Steps of Surya Namaskar, Tips & Benefits

Surya Namaskar is also called ‘Sun Salutation.’ It is so named because it is done in the morning time during sunrise. It gives energy to the body and the mind and prepares them for doing further Yoga asanas.

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Pranamasana: Prayer Pose

Pranamasana: Prayer Pose

Pranamasana, also known as the Prayer Pose or the Namaste Pose, is a common posture in yoga and is often used as a starting or ending position in a yoga practice. "Pranama" means "salutation" or "greeting" in Sanskrit, and "asana" refers to a physical posture.

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Hasta Uttanasana: Raised Arms Pose

Hasta Uttanasana, also known as the Raised Arms Pose or the Upward Salute, is a standing yoga posture that involves stretching the arms upward while maintaining an upright position. "Hasta" means "hands" and "Uttanasana" means "intense stretch" in Sanskrit.

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Hasta Padasana: Hand to Foot Pose

Hasta Padasana, also known as Hand to Foot Pose or Standing Forward Bend, is a standing yoga posture that involves bending forward to bring the hands towards the feet. "Hasta" means "hands," "Pada" means "foot," and "asana" means "pose" in Sanskrit.

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Ashwa Sanchalanasana: Equestrian Pose

Ashwa Sanchalanasana, also known as Equestrian Pose or High Lunge, is a yoga posture that involves stepping one foot forward into a lunge position. The name "Ashwa" refers to "horse," indicating the stance resembles a horse rider. To perform this pose, begin in a standing position with your feet hip-width apart.

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Dandasana: Stick Pose

Dandasana, also known as Stick Pose or Staff Pose, is a seated yoga posture that resembles sitting on a straight staff. "Danda" means "staff" or "stick," and "asana" means "pose" in Sanskrit.

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Ashtanga Namaskara: Salute with Eight Parts or Points

Ashtanga Namaskara, also known as Salute with Eight Parts or Points, is a sequence of movements performed as part of the Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskar) in yoga. "Ashtanga" means "eight parts" or "eight limbs," and "Namaskara" refers to a salutation or greeting in Sanskrit.

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Bhujangasana: Cobra Pose

Bhujangasana, or Cobra Pose, is a backbend posture in yoga that mimics the graceful upward curve of a cobra's raised hood. To practice Bhujangasana, begin by lying face-down on your yoga mat with your legs extended behind you and the tops of your feet flat on the mat. Place your palms on the mat beside your shoulders, fingers pointing forward and slightly spread apart.

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Parvatasana: Mountain Pose

Parvatasana, or Mountain Pose, is a simple standing yoga posture that represents the stability and strength of a mountain. It is often practiced as a transitional pose during a sequence or as a preparatory pose.

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