Eagle pose Garudasana

The name “Garudasana” comes from the word “Garuda.” Garuda is the Sanskrit word for eagle. You are in the posture of an eagle in this asana, thus the name “Garudasana.” The benefits and methods of performing Garudasana posture have been described in this article. It has also been explained what precautions should be followed when performing asanas.

The Eagle pose (Garudasana) is a standing balance position that takes you into present moment attention while also delivering a deep hip stretch that opens up the back of the lungs and tests your mental and physical awareness. Garudasana means mythical bird (Garuda) position in Sanskrit.

Health Benefits of Eagle pose Garudasana

Garudasana Eagle pose stimulates the nerves and strengthens the muscles of the legs and arms.

• Deeply stretches the hips. Eagle posture is a hip opener with a lot of depth. The deeper the hip stretch, the further you recline back in your chair and the tighter you wrap your legs.
• Deeply stretches the hips. Eagle posture is a hip opener with a lot of depth. The deeper the hip stretch, the further you recline back in your chair and the tighter you wrap your legs.
• Focus and balance are improved. While balancing, concentrate your sight on a fixed spot in front of you to test your concentration and bring you fully into the present moment. With practice, your balance will improve.
• It helps in the opening of the shoulders. Eagle pose will help stretch and free up stiff shoulders, whether you do the complete bind or just raise your arms to touch as a variation.
• Eagle pose strengthens the calf muscles.
• Good stretch to hips, things, shoulders and back.
• The asana helps to asthma and sciatica.
• It also loosens the joints of the arms, legs and hips.
• It also helps balance the body.
• Improves the digestive system and decreases bowel movement.