GARUDASANA

Method of Practice: Garudasana (Eagle Pose)

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Stand upright in Tadasana (Mountain Pose).
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Slightly bend your knees, lift your left leg, and wrap it around your right leg. Rest the back of your left thigh against your right thigh, and if possible, hook your left foot behind your right calf.
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Cross your arms in front of your body, placing one elbow over the other.
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Bring your palms together and point your fingers upward.
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Maintain the posture for a few seconds while breathing normally.
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Exhale and slowly return to Tadasana.
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Repeat the same steps on the opposite side.
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Practice 3–5 repetitions on each side.

Strengthens the hips, shoulders, upper back, and calf muscles.
Improves balance, stability, and concentration.
Helps relieve sciatica and arthritis.
Particular beneficial for reducing pain in the shoulders, upper back, ankles, and calves.
Improves neuromuscular coordination and body awareness.

May be supportive in the management of asthma, hernia, hydrocele, and certain digestive disorders when practiced as part of a comprehensive yoga program under proper guidance.

Do not practice this pose if you have an injury to the knee, ankle, or elbow.
Individuals with any medical condition should perform Garudasana only under the guidance of a healthcare professional or qualified yoga instructor.
Avoid forcing the leg or arm wrap if flexibility is limited. Practice the modified version if necessary.

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