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Eagle Pose

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Garudasana

gah-roo-dah-suh-nuh

Garuda = Eagle, Asana = Pose

Intermediate

Root, Sacral

Standing Balance

Overview

Eagle Pose challenges balance and flexibility while opening the shoulders and engaging the entire lower body.

Even weight, active core, soft gaze.

Focus, control, and energetic wrapping

Avoid with knee, shoulder, or balance limitations.

Strengthens ankles, opens shoulders, and enhances focus.

Enhances lymphatic circulation and compresses joints for detox.

Cue focus on drishti (gaze point). Offer wall support.

Cross one thigh over the other. Hook foot if possible. Wrap arms. Sit low. Lift elbows slightly.

Use wall support or place foot lower on the standing leg.

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