Abstract

ASSESSMENT OF THE EFFICACY OF SURYA NAMASKAR IN MANAGEMENT OF STHAULYA

Dr. Sarvesh Kumar Yadav, Dr. Kirti R. Bhati* and Dr. Lokesh Singh Bhati

ABSTRACT

Suryanamaskar (Sun salutation) is combination of Asanas.Its root is found in yoga philosophy of vedic traditions. The dynamic series known as Suryanasmaskar (Sun salutation) is the best way to burn the calories and reduce weight. Suryanamaskar is full Yoga by itself. It tones up the whole body & has a unique influence on endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive and nervous system, helping to correct metabolic imbalances that cause and perpetuate obesity. Practiced daily, it will help you in reducing weight but will bring flexibility to your spine and joints. It will rejuvenate you & bring in beauty and longevity. It is best done while the stomach is empty. In recent times, medical fraternity is attracted towards yoga. Suryanamaskar is a part of yogic practices and is believed to be an all-round exercise. The present study tested efficacy of of Suryanamaskar in Sthaulya’’. The study was conducted on 150 subjects. After 45 days follow up the effect of Suryanamaskar were assessed statistically based on the performa prepared. It was observed that 45 days of Suryanamaskar practice decreases Sthaulya. In this study we found that Suryanamaskar was effective in Sthaulya.

Keywords: Sthaulya ,Suryanamaskar, Obesity.