Eagle

Sanskrit Name:

Garudasana

Description:

A balancing pose that builds focus, stability, and joint mobility. Eagle pose strengthens the legs and shoulders while promoting concentration and presence.

Alignment Cues:

• Feet and Legs:
  • Stand on one leg with a soft bend in the standing knee
  • Wrap the opposite leg over, hooking the foot behind the calf if possible
  • If the foot doesn’t hook, rest it beside the ankle or use toes as a kickstand
• Hips:
  • Level and square to the front
  • Sit low into the hips like Chair pose
• Arms:
  • Wrap arms with the same-side arm under (e.g., right arm under if right leg is over)
  • Press palms together or backs of hands together if full bind isn’t accessible
• Shoulders and Spine:
  • Lift elbows to shoulder height
  • Draw shoulders down the back and keep the spine long
• Gaze:
  • Drishti (focused gaze) forward or at a fixed point for balance
• Breath:
  • Steady and smooth, helping maintain focus and calm in the pose