Sun Salutation is the best known sequence of positions and is taught by almost all yogic traditions.
It is usually performed at the begin ning of the practice, as it is a good preparation for the subsequent positions. There are numerous varia tions of it and it can be practised by anyone, from absolute beginners to A experts. It is beneficial at any time of the day; however, it is best practised in the morning, immediately after waking up. In this way, the beneficial effects manifest themselves earlier and more intensely. A complete round of this sequence lasts between one and two minutes: initially, the athlete may complete three or four, rising to twelve with experience. Even the completion of just three rounds can lead to significant results in any part of the body. Sun Salutation is the most effecti ve practice for achieving inner har mony and a sense of youthfulness.