Here Comes the Sun

Recommit to the Sun Salutation

Many of you have the familiar asana, the Sun Salutation, memorized. In fact, this week I attended a class where I found myself not even thinking about the movement I was making because it had become repetitious.

Richard Rosen, from Yoga Journal has some beautiful insight to help us recommit to our practice.

"Since the sequence is, in essence, a humble adoration of the light and insight of the self, it's essential to practice Sun Salutation in a spirit of devotion and with your awareness turned always inward toward the heart. Make each movement as mindful and precise as possible, especially as you near the end of your rounds, when fatigue can lead to sloppiness."

"Success with Sun Salutation, as with all aspects of yoga practice, depends on commitment and regularity. An everyday practice would be best, but you might at first aim for four times a week. If possible, don't skip more than a couple of days in a row, or you might end up back at square one."