EFFECT OF SURYANAMASKAR ON PEFR AND UPPER BODY MUSCLE ENDURANCE AMONG PHYSIOTHERAPY STUDENTS

Abstract

Suryanamaskar is a popular traditional Indian yoga practice alsoknown as ‘Sun Salutation’. It includes practiceof dynamic postures which involves alternative backward bending and forward bending poses. During Suryanamaskar, muscles of the entire body experiencescontraction and relaxation alternately and therefore it gives more benefits with less expenditure of time.Suryanamaskarhasimpact on optimal stress on cardio-respiratory system. It increases the movement of diaphragm and abdominal breathing leading to better oxygenationand a lower respiratory rate.