Yoga Practice Name
Garudasana
English Name
Eagle Pose
Yoga Practice Branch
Ashtang Yoga, Hatha Yoga
Practice Level
Yoga Practice Type
Yoga Asana Type
Ashtang Yoga Category
Asana
Hatha Yoga Category
Asana
Steps and Description
Assume the standing position and focus the gaze on a fixed spot on the floor in front of the body.
Bend the right leg and twist it around the left leg. The right thigh should be in front of the left thigh and the top of the right foot should rest on the calf of the left leg.
Bend the elbows and bring them in front of the chest. Twist the forearms around each other with the left elbow remaining below.
Place the palms together to resemble an eagle's beak.
Slowly bend the left knee and lower the body until the tip of the right big toe touches the floor.
Keep the eyes focused on the fixed point.
Practice Keynotes
- Keep your knees bend correctly so that it can be locked properly at the final position.
- Your hands should be folded.
- Keep your focus at a fixed point.
Cautions and Limitations
- Avoid facial contortions and excessive shaking of the body.
- Proceed carefully and only under expert guidance.
- At the slightest sign of discomfort, reduce the duration of practice and, if necessary, discontinue the practice for the day.
- Practice should never be rushed.
Complimentary Practice
Vajrasana
General Benefits
- Garudasana strengthens the muscles, tones the nerves and loosens the joints of the legs and arms.
- Increases the concentration of mind.
- Tones the abdominal organs.
- Purifies the heart.
- Good for urinary system.
Benefits for Disease
Depression, Drug abuse and addiction
Body and Organ Affected
Shoulder, Elbow, Arm, Chest, Forearm, Wrist, Back, Navel, Ankle, Abdomen, Leg, Thigh, Knee, Foot, Hand
