How to Do the Surya Namaskar

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This video provides a step-by-step guide to performing the Surya Namaskar A, a sequence of 12 yoga poses traditionally practiced in the morning. It details the transition between poses, focusing on alignment, breath control (inhaling and exhaling), and the fluid movement required to complete the cycle. ⏱️ Organized Timeline [00:07] – Introduction: The history and purpose of Sun Salutations. [00:35] – Step 1: Mountain Pose (Tadasana). Starting straight and balanced. [00:59] – Step 2: Upward Salute (Urdhva Hastasana). Raising arms with a slight backbend. [01:25] – Step 3: Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana). Bending at the hips with a straight back. [01:48] – Step 4: Half-Standing Forward Bend (Ardha Uttanasana). Creating a triangle with the body. [02:11] – Step 5: Return to Forward Fold. Exhaling back into the deep stretch. [02:25] – Step 6: Plank Pose. Transitioning to a flat back with arms straight. [02:46] – Step 7: Low Push-up (Chaturanga Dandasana). Torso parallel to the floor. [03:12] – Step 8: Downward Dog (Adho Mukha Svanasana). Pushing hips up and back. [03:34] – Step 9: Return to Upward Salute. Straightening up and looking upward. #YogaLife #SuryaNamaskar #SunSalutation #MorningRoutine #Wellness #YogaTutorial #MindBody #Flexibility