Author name: Sapna Sondhi Dutt

When most of us yoga practitioners think about Hasta Mudras, we unconsciously think that these hand gestures are done only during yoga or meditation sessions. However, here’s a little secret about Hasta Mudras They don’t just belong on the yoga mat. Hasta Mudras, which date back thousands of years, are powerful tools anyone can use […]

The metaphysical or the ‘Supernatural’ or ‘Abstract” comprehension of the universe lies beyond the physical realm. We don’t normally consider that what we see and feel has another dimension to it. Vedic astrology is the science that studies this dimension with the help of planets and stars. In astrology, the Sun is the celestial body

In ancient cultures, people understood that life existed due to the heat and light energy that living creatures derive from the Sun. The Sun was given due respect and was prayed to like a deity. The ‘Surya Namaskar’ or ‘Sun Salutation’ exercise was designed by our ancestors as a way to connect with nature and

We usually associate Surya Namaskar with agility and flexibility, however, it definitely has strength training elements as well. That’s right! This ancient sequence, traditionally known for its spiritual benefits, can also help people build overall body strength. Surya Namaskar’s Benefits extend beyond flexibility the asanas in the sequence can help tone muscles, improve endurance, and

‘Surya Namaskar’ and ‘Power Yoga’ are two names of yogic terminology that most people are familiar with. Combining the two, by modifying the Sun Salutation into a Power Yoga Practice, can produce many beneficial results. These benefits extend beyond just weight loss. I have designed several such flows in my class, combining the Sun Salutation

We humans, unfortunately are not always able to maintain complete control over the energy flow within us. If we have ever lost our temper at a subordinate or a person who works under us, it indicates that the energy supplying our heart centre and brain centre was not sufficient or not circulating with adequate momentum.

As a yoga teacher I have been at pains to constantly emphasize that yoga is for everyone, regardless of one’s age and flexibility, strength or experience level. To actualise this, and to make yoga postures and vinyasa flows more accessible to all, I particularly advocate the modified Sun Salutation, using props like the yoga chair,

In modern times, pain is often an unwanted but constant companion for many of us. Popping pills can provide temporary respite, but medicines are never free of nasty side effects. Thousands of years ago, our ancestors in India had found natural and more sustainable methods for getting relief. As a yoga teacher and a person

Within the realm of yoga practice and yoga postures, Surya Namaskar is one of the simplest yet most effective modules; also the most popular. In fact when most people talk of yoga, they instantly connect it to the Sun Salutation Exercise. The Sun Salutation works every major muscle group of the body. In addition it