Chandra Namaskar:
Yoga asana to calm you body & mind this summer
Chandra Namaskar was created to
honour the moon
and its energy.
Compared to Surya Namaskar, Chandra Namaskar is considered to be a more
gentle and calming
practice.
It helps to balance the sun's extreme heat and fiery energy by harmonising with
lunar energy.
Chandra Namaskar consists of a sequence of
yoga postures
that are performed in a
flowing manner.
It is considered beneficial for
summers
due to its cooling and calming effects on the body and mind.
Chandra Namaskar focuses on
deep breathing
and
stretching
.
This helps to calm the mind,
reduce anxiety
and
stress levels.
It also results in
greater sleep quality.
The practice involves both standing and seated poses, which help to
improve flexibility and strength
in the hips, legs, back, and core muscles.
The practice also involves twisting poses that are known to
aid in digestion
and encourage the
flow of energy
in the body.
Chandra Namaskar is said to help
balance the hormones
in the body, particularly in women.
The practice can help regulate the
menstrual cycle
and ease symptoms of PMS.
It works best in the evening, around
sunset.
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