Abstract

UTILITY OF CHANDRA NAMASKARA IN DAILY LIFE

*Dr. Kanchan Chowdhury

Abstract

Yoga practices are an ideal antidote to stress and are proving to the basis of a powerful therapy for mental and physical diseases. Chandra namaskara is an integral part of the yogic approach and can be easily integrated into our daily life. It is a prayer and should be treated as such. Reciting any prayer on a regular basis will promote feelings of peace and tranquillity. The sequence of asanas is the same as Surya namaskara except that ardha chandrasana is performed after ashwa sanchalanasana. For that reason, it is advisable to learn Surya namaskara before attempting Chandra namaskara. This dynamic group of asanas is not regarded as being a traditional part of hatha yoga practices as it was added to the original asana group at a later time. However, it is an effective way of loosening up, stretching, massaging, and toning all the joints, muscles, and internal organs and especially ardha chandrasana develops balance and concentration which adds another dimension to the practice.

Keywords: Asanas, Ida nadi, Mantras, Salutations etc.