LotusFlowerYoga ॐ : Eagle Pose - Garudasana benefits

"Garuda means eagle. it is also the name of the king of the birds. Garuda is represented as the vehicle of visnu and as having a white face, an acquiline beak, red wings and a golden body." Light on Yoga - B.K.S. Iyengar

I have attached a link below if you wish to read more about the Hindu and Buddhist mythology behind this amazing powerful bird.

http://jayarama.wordpress.com/2011/04/30/garuda1/

The pose itself has many wonderful benefits including

Strengthens the feet, ankles and calf's
Stretches feet, legs, thighs, hips and lower back.
It helps to remove stiffness from the shoulders.
It's also advised for removing cramp in the calf muscles.
helps to improve concentration
helps to improve balance

The king of the birds transported Lord Vishnu through the celestial realms...eager to help humanity in its fight against demons. We all have a powerful eagle within us that wants to soar high....find yours!

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