Surya Namaskar, Chanting & Ayurveda Flashcards
What is Nada yoga?
Meditation on sound on one path to self realisation.
What is the translation of Nada yoga?
Union through sound
What is kirtan?
Call and response chanting
What is mantra?
Sound, syllable or words which is capable of creating spiritual transformation
What is japa?
Repetition of mantra
Why do we chant OM?
Clear energetic slate, unity, find a voice, a focus, connects us spiritually.
What research and holistic benefits have been found from chanting OM?
- Stabilise heart rate
- Lowers blood pressure
- Produces endorphins
- Boosts metabolic processes.
- Relaxes and focuses all bodies
- Lower stress levels and sets spiritual levels
What is the English and Sanskrit translation of Surya Namaskar A in order?
Hasta Tadasana – Upward Salute
Uttanasana – Standing forward bend
Urdhva Uttanasana- Upward forward fold
Phalankasana – High Plank
Chaturanga Dandasana – Four limbed staff pose
Urdhva Mukha Svanasana- Upward facing dog
Adho Mukha Svanasana – Downward facing dog
Urdhva Uttanasana – Upward forward fold
Uttanasana – Standing forward bend
Hasta Tadasana – Upward salute
Tadasana – Mountain pose
What are the holistic benefits of surya namaskar?
- Builds heat and detoxifies body and warms muscles, -Increases circulation and lymphatic flow
- Supports digestive function.
- Alternate movement of flexion and extension increases spinal mobility.
- Develops muscular and mental strength
- Heat releases organic blockages
What are the cautions and contraindications of surya namaskar?
- Hyper and hypo tension
- diarrhea
- Migraines
- Knee, lumbar and shoulder injuries
- Jump through for pregnancy not appropriate
What are the 3 dosha’s?
Vata, Pita and Kapha
What are the characteristics of a Vata?
Ether/air, dry/cold, hate autumn, wandering mind, irregular features, dry joints, creative – needs routine, stability, grounding
What are the characteristic of a Pita?
Fire, hot, explosive, motivated, determined, make good leaders, intelligent, red headed, medium build, the summer – need moderation
What are the characteristic of a Kapha?
Water/earth, grounded, calm, stable, stubborn, stagnant, can’t let go, winter, loving, reliable – need change
What does dosha mean?
Universal qualities that combine the elements
