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सूर्यवेद प्राणायाम
The sun-activating breath. Inhalation exclusively through the right (solar/Pingala) nostril activates the sympathetic nervous system, increasing energy, warmth, and digestive fire. The antidote to lethargy and sluggish digestion.
Vastrika
वस्त्रिका
Bellows breath — both the inhale and exhale are forceful and equal. More intense than Kapal Bhati, Vastrika powerfully oxygenates the blood, generates internal heat, and burns toxins. A heating, energising practice.
Padanguli Naman
पादांगुली नमन
Toe bending and stretching. Loosens the joints of the toes and feet, improving flexibility and circulation in the extremities. Beneficial for those with arthritis, diabetes, or poor circulation.
Goolf Naman
गुल्फ नमन
Ankle flexion and extension. Warms up the ankle joint, improves range of motion, and stimulates blood flow to the lower legs. Essential preparation before standing postures.
Goolf Chakra
गुल्फ चक्र
Ankle rotation. Systematically loosens the ankle joint in all directions. Crucial for balance, walking stability, and preventing falls in older adults.
Mushtika Bandhana
मुष्टिका बंधन
Hand clenching and stretching. Exercises all 27 joints of the hand, improving grip strength and dexterity. Highly effective for arthritis management and carpal tunnel prevention.
Manibandha Chakra
मणिबंध चक्र
Wrist rotation. Lubricates the wrist joint, prevents repetitive strain injuries, and is essential preparation before weight-bearing postures like Downward Dog and Plank.
Kehuni Naman
केहुनी नमन
Elbow bending and straightening. A deceptively simple exercise that promotes full extension and flexion of the elbow, warms the biceps and triceps, and stimulates the lymph nodes of the armpit.
Dynamic Surya Namaskar (Warm-up)
गतिशील सूर्य नमस्कार
A flowing, dynamic version of the Sun Salutation used as a warm-up sequence. Moves through all planes of motion, raises the heart rate, and systematically prepares every part of the body for asana practice.
Standing Calf Raises
पिण्डली उठाव
Rising onto the toes and lowering. The calves act as a "second heart" — their pumping action drives venous blood back up from the legs. Prevents varicose veins, improves balance, and strengthens the lower leg.
Surya Namaskar
सूर्य नमस्कार
Sun Salutation — a complete 12-posture flowing sequence. Surya Namaskar addresses the whole body systematically, building heat, strength, and flexibility. It is the single most comprehensive practice in the yoga system.
Utkatasana
उत्कटासन
Chair Pose — a deep squat position that builds heat, strengthens the lower body, and stimulates the heart. The sustained demand on the quadriceps and glutes makes this an efficient posture for weight management.
Garudasana
गरुड़ासन
Eagle Pose — a complex standing balance that squeezes and releases the shoulder and hip joints, improving circulation to the smaller joints. One of the best postures for sciatica and shoulder tension.
Baddha Konasana
बद्ध कोणासन
Bound Angle Pose — a hip-opening posture that stimulates the reproductive and pelvic organs. The "cobbler pose" — named for the position in which cobblers sit. Excellent for menstrual health and sciatica.