During ancient times, India was known and valued for its physical and mental health, to which the comprehensive study and judicious practice of Bal Vidyas made a significant contribution.
Param Poojya Sadguru Shri Aniruddha Bapu believes that the energy acquired through ancient bal vidyas can bring about major positive changes in the world.
Param Poojya Bapu is himself an exponent of the ancient Indian Martial Arts (Bal Vidya) such as Mudgal Vidya, Ashva Vidya, Suryabhedan Vidya and Yashwanti Malla Vidya, to name a few.
Surya Namaskar is a part of Suryabhedan Bal-vidya .It consists of 12 different bodily postures that ought to be performed in particular sequence.
These Namaskars are tought absolutely free of cost by Sadguru Aniruddha Upasana Foundation (SAUF). These Suryanamaskars are structured to expound various avenues in human development.The principle of the exercise is symbolized by chanting 12 names of Sun god.
Benefits of Surynamaskar :
• Practicing Surya Namaskar is beneficial for the health of digestive system. It stretches the abdominal muscles.
• Surya Namaskar is the ideal exercise to cope with insomnia and related disorders. Surya Namaskar practice calms the mind, thus helps to get sound sleep.
• Surya Namaskar practice boosts blood circulation .
• Regular practice of Surya Namaskar helps to lose extra calories and reduce fat.
• Regular practice of sun salutation boosts endurance power. It gives vitality and strength. It also reduces the feeling of restlessness and anxiety.
• Daily practice of Surya Namaskar makes body flexible. It improves flexibility in spine and in limbs.
It is beneficial to practice Surya Namaskar early in the morning. The early morning sunrays are rich source of vitamin D that is necessary to get strong bones and clear vision.
The 12 mantras for Surya Namaskar :
12 mantras for Surya Namaskar are the auspicious mantras (chants). One should recite one mantra after completing one round of Surya Namaskar.
• Aum Suryaya namah
• Aum Bhanave namah
• Aum Khagaya namah
• Aum Hiranyagarbhaya namah
• Aum Mitraya namah
• Aum Pushay namah
• Aum Ravaye namah
• Aum Adityaya namah
• Aum Martanday namah
• Aum Pranay namah
• Aum Narayanay namah
• Aum Ramchandray namah.
