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Early Rising

• Exercise should be performed in the morning on an empty stomach and after an oil bath.
• Exercises should be done in open air with full concentration.  

• The body becomes lighter as exercise results in the utilization of stored nutrients in the body.
• Increases work efficiency by strengthening the muscles and tendons. 
• Increases the appetite and digestive power.
• The tissue demand for food increases which manifests in the form of an increase in appetite. 
• Reduces the stored fat. 
• Helps one to build an attractive and strong physique even if natural charm and beauty are absent.
• Helps easy digestion and assimilation of heavy food. 
• Increases general resistance of the body. 
• Gives luster to the skin. 
• Prevents lethargy and laziness.
• Gives power to fight against diseases. 
• Delays old age and maintains youth. 

• Persons having vata constitution and related disorders.
• Persons having pitta constitution and related disorders.
• Persons suffering from indigestion.
• Exercise is contraindicated for children and aged people.
• Exercise is contraindicated after coitus, heavy labour and traveling.
• People suffering from thirst, bleeding disorders, cough, hunger, giddiness and fainting, should avoid exercises.
• Musicians, orators, teachers and ladies having a weak constitution are not advised to exercise.