Garudasana (Eagle Pose)
Featuring Sarah in Eagle
Graduated from YTT Spring 2023
(gahr-ooo-DAHS-uh-nuh)
Garuda is the mythic “king of the birds,” the vehicle of Vishnu. Eagle Pose takes strength, presence, and persistence, all of which are key character attributes of Power. Reconnecting to and standing in your power in this pose means being in your truest stance, one with purpose, passion and POWER. Own this pose, go in deep and, with your breath, explore your truest self from the eye of an eagle.
Benefits
Strengthens arms and shoulders
Opens shoulders and upper back
Good alternative to and preparation for inversions
Directions
Start in Tadasana (Mountain Pose), bend your knees slightly and shift your weight to your right leg.
Lift your left knee and cross over your right leg either letting your left toes touch the ground or wrap
the toes around your standing leg.
Extend your arms open and cross your right over your left bending at the elbows and clasping your
palms together.
From here, steady your gaze and stay here with your breath for a few rounds before you unravel and
repeat on the other side.
Modifications
Connect the backs of your hands together if you can can’t connect palms
If shoulders are really tight, simply hug the arms around your shoulders
Practice our pose of the month with us in your next Studio or Virtual class.
