How to do Surya Namaskara A

So I'm kicking off a new series! Hope you’re ready for it…. How to! 

Is there a pose you have questions about, or something you want to learn how to do? Let me know in the comments below and I will add it to the list :)

Sunrise salutations are a good way to build strength and increase flexibility. In this short video I will walk you through all the poses, names, how to get into them, and self adjust.

What is Surya Namaskara A?

Surya Namaskara A (also known as sunrise salutation A or sun salutes) are the first set of poses in a traditional Ashtanga Practice that are repeated 5 times. This initial flow is made up of 9 poses, and is usually performed one breath per movement.

What are the names of the poses?

In case you're curious, I've written them out below in Sanskrit and English :)

Urdhva Vriksasana (Urdhva- Upward) 

Uttanasana (Forward Fold)

Ardha Uttanasana (Ardha- Half, Half Forward Fold)

Chaturanga Dandasana (Tricep Pushup)

Urdhva Mukha Shvasana (Urdhva- Upward, Mukha- Facing, Upward Facing Dog)

Adho Mukha Shvanasana (Adho- Downward, Downward Facing Dog)

Ardha Uttanasana (Half Forward Fold)

Uttanasana (Forward Fold)

Urdhva Vriksasana (Urdhva- Upward) 

Samasthitih (Mountain Pose or Standing)

According to Pattabhi Jois, if you don't have time for a full practice you can just do your 3-5 A's and B's Padmasana, Utplutih and Shavasana. If you'd like to follow along with me, I have recorded a short video that flows through 5 A’s and B’s here.

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