A REVIEW PAPER ON EFFECT OF SURYA NAMASKAR AND PRANAYAMA ON HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS AMONG SCHOOL STUDENTS IN IMPHAL EAST DISTRICT OF MANIPUR
AUTHOR – MR. DAVID SINGH HIJAM* & PROF. NONGTHOMBAM IBOHAL SINGH**
*RESEARCH SCHOLAR, YOGA AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, MANIPUR INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (MIU), IMPHAL, MANIPUR, INDIA.
** PROFESSOR, YOGA AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT, MANIPUR INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (MIU), IMPHAL, MANIPUR, INDIA.
BEST CITATION – MR. DAVID SINGH HIJAM & PROF. NONGTHOMBAM IBOHAL SINGH, A REVIEW PAPER ON EFFECT OF SURYA NAMASKAR AND PRANAYAMA ON HEALTH-RELATED PHYSICAL FITNESS AMONG SCHOOL STUDENTS IN IMPHAL EAST DISTRICT OF MANIPUR, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (1) OF 2025, PG. 825-834, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.
Abstract
The increasing prevalence of sedentary lifestyles among Adolescence school-aged children 10-19 years aged has led to growing concerns over declining levels of physical fitness and overall health. In this context, traditional yogic practices such as Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) and Pranayama (breathing exercises) have garnered attention for their potential in promoting holistic well-being. This literature review explores the existing body of research on the effects of Surya Namaskar and Pranayama on health-related physical fitness components—namely cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, flexibility, and body composition—among school students, with a particular focus on the Imphal East District of Manipur. Studies reviewed indicate that regular practice of these yogic techniques contributes significantly to improvements in physical fitness, mental alertness, and stress reduction. Furthermore, region-specific studies highlight cultural receptiveness and logistical feasibility of integrating yoga into school curricula in Manipur. This review underscores the need for further empirical research and structured intervention programs to validate and implement yoga-based physical education as a sustainable model for youth health development in the region.1
Keywords: Surya Namaskar; Pranayama, Physical Fitness, Yoga, Health, Students