{"id":2369,"date":"2023-09-09T08:43:21","date_gmt":"2023-09-09T08:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/?p=2369"},"modified":"2023-10-19T08:32:04","modified_gmt":"2023-10-19T08:32:04","slug":"lithika-j-a-rising-yoga-star-at-just-5-years-old","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/09\/lithika-j-a-rising-yoga-star-at-just-5-years-old\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8220;Lithika J: A Rising Yoga Star at Just 5 Years Old&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.novaworldrecords.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored ugc\" title=\"Lithika J\">Lithika J<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-09-08-at-21.20.25-1024x771.jpeg\" alt=\"Lithika J\" class=\"wp-image-2373\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>Title:<\/strong>\u00a0<br><strong>Introduction:<\/strong><br>In a world where the young generation is increasingly captivated by screens and digital devices, there<br>are shining stars like Lithika J who are breaking the norm and embracing the ancient practice of yoga<br>at a tender age. At just 5 years and 10 months old, Lithika, a 1st grader at Dayasadan Agarwal<br>Vidyalaya (DSAV), is making waves in the world of yoga. Her journey into the realm of yoga began at<br>the Bodhi Yoga Academy under the guidance of her mentor, Dr. M. Sathish Kumar.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Rg3AaG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Purple-Blue-Gradient-Sneaker-Special-Offer-Banner-1024x512.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2340\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Early Beginnings:<\/strong><br>What&#8217;s truly remarkable is that Lithika embarked on her yoga journey at the incredibly young age of<br>2 years and 5 months, entirely on her own initiative. It was a testament to her innate curiosity and<br>passion for this ancient discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-09-08-at-21.20.23-1024x576.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2374\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>The Asana that Shines: Purna Bhujangasana:<\/strong><br>One of Lithika&#8217;s signature poses is the Purna Bhujangasana, or the Full Cobra Pose, which requires<br>great flexibility and strength. This asana showcases her dedication and hard work, resulting in<br>exceptional mastery at such a young age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><strong>A Trail of Achievements:<\/strong><br>Lithika&#8217;s journey in yoga is studded with numerous achievements that belie her age. She has already<br>participated in prestigious competitions and garnered several accolades:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>2nd National Level Yogasana Championship 2022: 3rd place in the Special (Backward Bend) category<br>for 3-5 years old.<\/li><li>South Asian Open Yoga Championship 2022: 1st place in the Special (Backward Bend) category for<br>under 8.<\/li><li>50 Rounds of Surya Namaskar: 1st place.<\/li><li>South India Yogasana Championship 2023: 1st place in the Special (Backward Bend) category for<br>below 6, and 3rd place in the Common category.<\/li><li>9th International Yoga Fest &#8211; 2023: 2nd place in the 3-5 years old Common category.<\/li><li>11th TamilNadu State Yoga Competition 2023: 2nd place in the Below 6 Common category, and 4th<br>place in the Championship category.<\/li><li>17th Yoga Pradharshan &#8211; South India 2023: 1st place in Below 5 Common, Special (Backward Bend),<br>and Special (Leg Balance) categories.<\/li><li>South India Yogasana Open Championship &#8211; 2023: 1st place in the 3-5 years old Common category<br>and Special (Backward Bend) category.<br>Public<\/li><li>3rd Chengalpattu District Yogasana Championship &#8211; 2023: 1st place in Below 6 Common and Special<br>(Backward Bend) categories.<\/li><li>10th Inter District Yogasana Championship &#8211; 2023: 1st place in Below 6 Common category.<br><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Rg3AaG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-1024x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2344\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Setting Records:<\/strong><br>Lithika&#8217;s dedication and perseverance have led to setting two impressive records:<\/li><li>Surya Namaskar &#8211; 23 Minutes (Group Record) &#8211; NOVA WORLD RECORD at the age of 5 years and 9<br>months.<\/li><li>Purna Salabhasana on Glass Teapoy &#8211; 3 Minutes 15 Seconds (Individual Record) &#8211; NOVA WORLD<br>RECORD at the age of 5 years and 10 months.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/WhatsApp-Image-2023-09-08-at-21.20.24-1024x771.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2375\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>The Role of Supportive Parents:<\/strong><br>Behind every young achiever is a strong support system. Lithika&#8217;s journey in yoga wouldn&#8217;t have been<br>possible without the unwavering support of her parents. Her mother, Moniga, and father,<br>Jayachandran, have been pillars of encouragement, nurturing her passion for yoga.<br><\/li><li><strong>Extraordinary Guidance from Dr. M. Sathish Kumar:<\/strong><br>Lithika&#8217;s incredible achievements in yoga are a testament not only to her dedication but also to the<br>extraordinary guidance and support provided by her master, Dr. M. Sathish Kumar. His expertise and<br>mentorship have paved the way for her remarkable growth in this ancient discipline.<br><\/li><li><strong>Conclusion:<\/strong><br>Lithika J is a testament to the fact that age is no barrier when it comes to pursuing one&#8217;s passion. Her incredible journey in yoga serves as an inspiration to young and old alike, showing that dedication,<br>hard work, and a supportive environment can lead to remarkable achievements, even at the tender<br>age of 5.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/02\/mrs-nirothini-pararajasingam-a-tribute-to-excellence-in-tamil-arts-nova-pride-award-2023\/\" title=\"\">https:\/\/nwrnews.com\/index.php\/2023\/09\/02\/mrs-nirothini-pararajasingam-a-tribute-to-excellence-in-tamil-arts-nova-pride-award-2023\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3Rg3AaG\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\"  src=\"data:image\/gif,GIF89a%01%00%01%00%80%00%00%00%00%00%FF%FF%FF%21%F9%04%01%00%00%00%00%2C%00%00%00%00%01%00%01%00%00%02%01D%00%3B\" data-layzr=\"http:\/\/nwrnews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/5-1024x400.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2338\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lithika J Title:\u00a0Introduction:In a world where the young generation is increasingly captivated by screens and digital devices, thereare shining stars like Lithika J who are breaking the norm and embracing the ancient practice of yogaat a tender age. At just 5 years and 10 months old, Lithika, a 1st grader at Dayasadan AgarwalVidyalaya (DSAV), is making waves in the world of yoga. Her journey into the realm of yoga began atthe Bodhi Yoga Academy under the guidance of her mentor, Dr. M. Sathish Kumar. 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