Surya Namaskar, or Sun Salutation, is a sequence of 12 poses in yoga. The sequence involves moving between various poses, alternating between forward and backward bends, and lunges. The sequence begins and ends with the Pranamasana, which is also known as the Prayer Pose. The 12 poses and 12 Names in Surya Namaskar: 1: Pranamasana (Prayer Pose): Hands in prayer, feet together. Om Suryaya Namah: (Salutations to Surya) 2: Hasta Uttanasana (Raised Arms Pose): Inhale and lift arms overhead, back arc