Volume : 11, Issue : 12, DEC 2025

IMPACT OF SURYA NAMASKAR TRAINING ON MUSCULOSKELETAL STRENGTH AND FLEXIBILITY

LINESH TULSHIRAM KHADKE

Abstract

This study investigated the impact of a six-week Surya Namaskar training program on musculoskeletal strength and flexibility among students in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. Pre-test and post-test assessments showed significant improvements in push-up performance, plank-hold duration, and sit-and-reach flexibility. The integrated stretching and strength-based movements of Surya Namaskar contributed to better muscle endurance, joint mobility, and overall physical fitness. The study concludes that Surya Namaskar is an effective, accessible, and low-cost training method suitable for physical education programs. Its regular practice can enhance strength, flexibility, and general health, making it a valuable component of school-based fitness routines.

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