Sun is the source of energy for the entire world and keeping this in mind our ancient sages created this unique way of energising the entire body . Sun Salutation or Surya Namaskar if done in morning sun rays then it increases its benefit , also when it is done with Mantras suggested then it also gives you mental strength . 
Surya Namaskar is a sequence of 12 Yoga asanas performed at one go . One thing has to be remembered that once you move backward then inhale and when you are moving forward the you have to exhale . 

Here are 12 mantras for 12 postures 

  1. ॐ मित्राय नमः ।
  2. ॐ रवये नमः ।
  3. ॐ सूर्याय नमः ।
  4. ॐ भानवे नमः ।
  5. ॐ खगाय नमः ।
  6. ॐ पूष्णे नमः ।
  7. ॐ हिरण्यगर्भाय नमः ।
  8. ॐ मरीचये नमः ।
  9. ॐ आदित्याय नमः ।
  10. ॐ सवित्रे नमः ।
  11. ॐ अर्काय नमः ।
  12. ॐ भास्कराय नमः ।
  13. ॐ श्रीसवितृ-सूर्यनारायणाय नमः ।

One who performs Surya Namaskar everyday get tremendous health benefits . Here we are elaborating some of the benefits which you get with this unique technique .

1. Provide strength to muscles and joints 
Due to stretching in Surya Namaskar it strengthens muscles , joints and ligaments . It also improves the flexibility of the body and improve the functioning of internal organs .

2. Improve Glow on face 

Surya Namaskar improves the blood circulation which brings glow on the face . It also delays the sign of ageing .

3. Improves digestion 

Surya Namaskar improves circulation toward the intestine resulting in better digestion . It also eases the flatulence .

4. Helps in Weight Loss 

Surya Namaskar improves metabolism which helps in weight management . During these postures abdominal muscles stretch and help you to lose belly fat .

5.  Reduces stress and anxiety

Surya Namaskar relaxes the body and keeps the mind calm . It helps in good night sleep. It improves the functioning of the nervous system and helps to manage anxiety .

6. Helps in Detoxification

Due to the rhythmic breathing process it improves the oxygen supply in blood . It also improves the flow of lymph and enhances the detoxification process .