The Sun Salutation Exercise
(Surya Namaskara)
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SIMPLE AND EASY: One simple sequence of twelve postures provides more benefits more easily than any other exercise ever developed in human history. Ask experienced Yoga teachers about the Sun Salute exercise, Surya Namaskara. They will praise Surya Namaskara for its many, many benefits, gained easily and quickly. The Sun Salute exercise is for young and old alike — men, women, and children. The sequence consists of seven different stretching postures, five of which are then repeated in reverse order, for a total of twelve postures in all.
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About the Book
For centuries the Sun has been known to be the prime nourisher of our Earth and all that grows on it. By using a natural, flowing routine of 12 simple postures, we allow the sun's power and vitality to pour into our minds, bodies and emotions. This delightful book describes these 12 postures, known as the Sun Salutation. These postures are also known as Surya Namaskara. The book, with large, uncomplicated illustrations of each posture (or pose, as they are sometimes called) guides us effortlessly through this simple routine that removes the tension and rigidity of the body. As we take a few minutes every morning to allow our bodies to flow through these poses, we experience the reasons why the Sun Salutation has lovingly come down through the centuries. The book explains how allowing the body to go through a graceful and thorough transition from sleep to vibrant activity, integrates mind and body into a harmonious system with all parts functioning in balance. This balance is one reason some claim the Sun Salutation to be "a hymn of happiness." By following the simple steps in this book for acknowledging and appreciating the power and vitality the sun pours onto us for our taking, we can transform many of our physical, mental and emotional challenges into delightful experiences.
About the Author
What does a real-life lawyer do after retiring from an exciting career in the criminal defense trial arena? Burton Milward, Jr. chose to share some of the insights and practices that gave him stability, peace, and harmony while practicing law. While a courtroom can seem like a circus of unknowns, by practicing The Sun Salutation daily during his legal career, Milward brought a harmonious liveliness from the subtle energy of the Sun Salutation to his thoughts and actions. Now he continues the practice in his lively 'retirement.' In this book, The Sun Salutation Exercise, Milward uses his skill with words to share this ancient practice in such a way as to make it easy and enjoyable. His writing style echoes the simple rhythm of the exercise in a manner that resonates with all people – from very young children to those who are quite elderly.