ISRO's Shubhanshu Shukla: What is microgravity in which Indian astronaut will perform yoga asanas
Edited By Abhinav Yadav
Published: May 26, 2025, 21:53 IST | Updated: May 26, 2025, 21:53 IST
ISRO’s Shubanshu Shukla will perform yoga in space under microgravity. His mission explores how yoga can help astronauts stay healthy in weightlessness. This unique experiment combines ancient Indian practice with modern science for future space travel.
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Shubhanshu Shukla’s Space Yoga
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to perform yoga in space. However, what makes this so special? It’s all about microgravity, a force that changes everything for astronauts in space.
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What is Microgravity?
Microgravity means very weak gravity, like floating in space. On Earth, gravity pulls us down. In space, astronauts feel almost weightless. This is called microgravity.
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How Does Microgravity Affect the Body?
In microgravity, muscles and bones can become weak. Astronauts may find it hard to move as they do on Earth. That is the reason why exercise, like yoga, is so important during space missions.
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Yoga in Microgravity
Shubhanshu Shukla will be the first Indian astronaut to try yoga asanas in microgravity. He will test poses like pranayama and tadasana, showing how yoga can help even in space.
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Why is Yoga Useful in Space?
Yoga helps astronauts stay strong, flexible and calm. In microgravity, it’s even more vital to keep the body and mind healthy. Shukla’s mission could help future space travellers.
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What Will Scientists Learn?
By watching Shubhanshu’s yoga in microgravity, scientists hope to learn how the body reacts. This could lead to better training and health tips for astronauts on long space journeys.
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India’s Proud Space Moment
Shubhanshu Shukla’s yoga experiment in microgravity is a proud step for India and its culture. It shows how ancient wisdom and modern science can work together for the future of space travel.
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