Surya Namaskar Benefits :-

The dynamic exercise is not traditionally regarded as part of yoga practices, but it is such a good method of loosening up all the joints and muscles in the body as well as massaging all the internal organs. It is an excellent exercise to do in the mornings after taking a bath and before doing any other yogic techniques. If one feels tired at any time of the day this exercise will restore lost vitality both physically and mentally.

Surya Namaskara is comprised of twelve position each of which corresponds to one of the twelve signs of the zodiac. One complete round of surya namaskara consists of these twelve positions preformed in succession twice.

Padmasana Benefits :-

When mastered, padmasana allows the practitioner to hold his body completely steady for long periods of time. As the body and mind are connected and control each other, steadiness of the body brings steadiness of the mind. This steadiness is the first step towards productive meditation.

This asana directs the proper flow of prana from mooladhara chakra (in the perineum) to sahasrara (in the head).

Padmasana tones the coccygeal and sacral nerves by supplying them with an extra flow of blood (the normally large blood flow into the legs is redirected to the abdominal region).

Padmasana helps to clear up many physical, nervous and emotional problems.

It also stimulates the digestive process.

Parvatasana Benefits :-

The asana relieves rheumatic pains and stiffness in the shoulders. It helps free movement and also helps to develop the chest. The abdominal organs are drawn in and the chest expands fully.

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Same as Yoga Mudra, accentuates the massage of the abdominal organs. Encourages normal growth in children with poorly developed chest. Alleviates pains in the shoulders arms and back.

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Strengthens the arms, wrists and shoulders. Broadens the chest.

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Obesity can be removed by this asana. The abdominal organ are toned, including the liver.

Strengthens the shoulders, back and neck. Broadens and develops the chest. Induces a high state of relaxation.

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Matsyasana

This asana stretches the intestines and abdominal organs, and is very useful for all abdominal illnesses. To remove constipation drink three glasses of water and then do this asana. It is very good for lung ailments like asthma or bronchitis as it encourages deep respiration. It also helps to recirculate stagnant blood in the back, and regulates the function of the thyroid gland.

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Vajrasana

Vajrasana alters the flow of blood and nervous impulses in the pelvic and visceral regions. This pose increases the efficiency of the entire digestive system. It is useful as an after meals posture, especially for persons who suffer from indigestion. It reduces the blood flow to the genitals and massages the nerve fibers, which feed them. This makes it useful for men with dilated testicles.

It strengthens the pelvic muscles which is prevention against hernia and aids women in childbirth. It is the only meditative pose for persons with sciatica and sacral infections. It is very useful in relieving stomach ailments such as peptic ulcer or hyperacidity.

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This is a preliminary nervous balancing pose which aids in stabilizing the nervous system.

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This asana is used primarily to awaken ajna chakra, though it also relaxes the nervous system and calms the mind.

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Supta Vajrasana

This is a good asana for abdominal ailments, especially constipation. It tones the spinal nerves.

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This asana is beneficial for the digestive, excretory and reproductive system. It stretches the stomach and intestines, eliminating constipation. It is useful for removing backache, lumbago and rounded back.

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Shashankasana

This asana tones the pelvic muscles, relaxes the sciatic nerves and regulates the functioning of the adrenal glands, relieving constipation, sciatica and anger.

It is beneficial for women who have underdeveloped pelvis, and is very effective for removing sexual disorder in general.

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This asana gently tones the female reproductive organs and is excellent for pregnant woman. It is also useful for women who suffer from menstrual disorders. It tones and improves the functioning of the liver and visceral organ. It relieves sciatica, slipped disc, general back pains and displaced ribs by stretching and massaging the entire back.

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This asana renders the neck, shoulders and spine very flexible.

It gently tones the female reproductive system and is excellent for pregnant woman up to 3 months.

Woman suffering from menstrual irregularities and leucorrhoea will find relief from this asana.

It may also be practiced at the time of menstruation for relief from cramps.

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This asana exercise the spine, relaxes the sciatic nerves and tones the female reproductive organs and is especially beneficial for women after child- birth. It also relieves sciatica and reduces excess fat on the hips and thighs.

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Gomukhasana

Aids in the elimination of diabetes, backache, stiff shoulders and neck, and sexual ailments.

Stimulates the kidneys, alleviates sciatica and rheumatism, and develops the chest.

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Yoga Mudra

This is an excellent asana for massaging the abdominal organ and removing many ailments connected with this part of the body, including constipation and indigestion.

It separates the individual vertebrae from each other, allowing the spinal nerves which emerge from the space between the vertebrae to be gently stretched and toned. These nerves connect the entire body with the brain, and so their improved tone can have extensive benefits on the health.

This asana is powerful for awakening the manipura chakra, which is located in the spine seated behind the navel. This centre is one of the prime seats of energy in each individual.