IntermediateSanskrit: Garudasana
Eagle Pose
A balancing pose that releases shoulder and hip tension.
Benefits
Stretches shoulders
Opens hips
Improves balance
Strengthens legs
Contraindications
Avoid or modify this pose if you have any of the following conditions:
- Knee injury
How to Practice
Enter the pose mindfully, paying attention to your breath. Hold for 5-10 breaths, or as long as comfortable. Never force the pose and back off if you feel sharp pain.
Use props as needed to modify the pose for your body. Remember that yoga is a practice of self-awareness, not self-judgment.
