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*(2) साधनपाद योगसूत्र 2: 47 / 48 / 49* *Yoga Sutra 2 – 47* *प्रयत्नशैथिल्यानन्तसमापत्तिभ्याम् ।। 47 ।।* शब्दार्थ :- प्रयत्न ( सभी शारीरिक गतिविधियों या सभी प्रकार की शारीरिक कोशिशों को ) शैथिल्य ( शिथिल कर देना या रोक देना ) अनन्त ( जिसका कभी अन्त नहीं होता अर्थात ईश्वर या परमात्मा में ) समापत्तिभ्याम् ( पूरा ध्यान लगाने से आसन में सिद्धि मिलती है । ) *सूत्रार्थ :- सभी प्रकार के शारीरिक क्रियाकलापों को रोक देने से और उस अनन्त परमात्मा में ध्यान लगाने से साधक का आसन सिद्ध होता है । अर्थात उसे आसन में सफलता प्राप्त होती है ।* व्याख्या :- इस सूत्र में आसन की सिद्धि के उपायों का वर्णन किया गया है । आसन में सिद्धि अर्थात सफलता प्राप्त करने के लिए साधक को आसन का अभ्यास करते हुए अपनी *समस्त शारीरिक गतिविधियों को रोक देना चाहिए । शरीर को बिना हिलाएं- डुलाएं एक ही अवस्था में स्थिर कर देना चाहिए ।* साथ

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Surya Namaskar is a set of asanas in combination of 12 steps. These steps comprise 8 asanas and 4 asanas are repeated. All the 12 steps done in proper sequence to complete the process of one round of Surya Namaskar. The meaning: The Sanskrit name ‘Surya’ here refers to the sun and ‘Namaskar’ means salutations. Surya namaskar has been handed down from the enlightened sages of the Vedic age. The sun symbolizes spiritual consciousness, from ancient times is worshipped on a daily basis. In Yoga the Sun is represented by Pingala or Surya nadi, the pranic channel which carries the vital, life-giving force. Its versatility and application make it one of the most useful methods of inducing a healthy, vigorous and active life, while at the same time preparing for spiritual awakening and the resulting expansion of awareness. It is a spiritual practice, in which asana, pranayama, and meditation techniques are included each step has own mantra. It is an excellent group of asanas to practice in the morning. Surya namaskar has a direct vitalizing effect on the solar energy of the body which flows through pingalanadi. Regular practice of suryanamaskar regulates pingalanadi, whether it is underactive or overactive. Regulation of pingalanadi leads to a balanced energy system at both mental and physical levels. Preparation Before practicing suryanamaskar, carefully observe the contra-indications of the eight component postures and ensure that they can be performed comfortably. General contra-indications • It should be avoided in case of people suffering from coronary artery diseases, Spinal injury, hernia and peptic ulcer. • People with back conditions should consult a medical expert before commencing this practice. • During the onset of menstruation, this practice should be avoided. • During pregnancy, it may be practiced with care/ under the guidance of Yoga expert. Starting Position- Stand erect with feet together and arms by the side of body. Balance the whol