Want A Full Body Workout But Low On Time? Follow Malaika Arora’s Hatha Surya Namaskara
Malaika Arora often takes to her social media to share snippets of her workout routines.
The actor shares detailed breakdowns of her yoga sessions to encourage her fans to lead a healthy lifestyle. Recently, she took to her Instagram to share a full-body workout routine that you can perform at your home, even when you are short on time.
Taking to her Instagram, Malaika Arora shared a video of herself performing the Hatha Surya Namaskara. She wrote, “Want a full-body workout but short on time? Try this Hatha Surya Namaskara! And aim for 12-24 rounds, depending on your capacity.” This full-body workout targets all the muscles in your body and leaves you feeling active and energised.
Malaika performed a complete sequence of 12 yoga poses, focusing on mindful breathing and maintaining proper posture throughout. Here’s how to correctly follow the traditional Hatha Surya Namaskara routine:
Pranamasana (Prayer Pose) – Exhale
- Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose) – Inhale
- Hastapadasana (Standing Forward Bend) – Exhale
- Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian Pose) – Inhale
- Dandasana (Stick Pose) – Exhale
- Ashtanga Namaskara (Salute with Eight Parts) – Hold the breath
- Bhujangasana (Cobra Pose) – Inhale
- Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog Pose) – Exhale
- Ashwa Sanchalanasana (Equestrian Pose) – Inhale
- Hastapadasana (Standing Forward Bend) – Exhale
- Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose) – Inhale
- Pranamasana (Prayer Pose) – Exhale
Talking about the benefits of this exercise, Malaika mentioned that it enhances flexibility and balance while strengthening the core and overall physique. It also supports hormonal balance and improves cardiovascular health, contributing to increased energy levels throughout the day. It promotes healthy, glowing skin and aids in maintaining a healthy weight. Additionally, this can also boost digestion, help detoxify the body, and foster mindfulness by effectively reducing stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression.
Before you start performing the Hatha Surya Namaskara, it is essential to start slow and increase the rounds as your body gets used to it. The main focus should be on maintaining proper technique and focusing on breathing.