Garudasana

(Eagle Posture)

Garuda is an 'Eagle' and it is well known for its alertness and balance. Probably influenced by these qualities of bird, the Yogacharya created the Garudasana. Garudasana is included in series of standing asanas but its difference lies in ability of practitioner to balance himself on one foot while assuming posture.

Garudasana (Eagle Posture)

Method

1. Stand straight with feet together and hands by side.
2. Now roll right hand over left leg in such a way that one is reminded of a creeper curled around a tree.
3. Right leg is rolled over left hand. (When left leg is rolled over right leg then left hand is curled over right hand). Both palms should be together.
4. Exhale slowly and put pressure on right leg (on which you are standing). Keep waist and spine erect.
5. Inhale long and slow and return to initial position.
6. Repeat with other leg.

Duration

Practice for three to five minutes.

Effect on Health

With regular practice of Garudasana, strength and fresh energy flows throughout body. Each and every organ of body becomes active. Hands and legs are strengthened and their working capacity increases. It also impacts the seminal vesicles (vajra nadi) which in turn enhance masculinity in males. It also impacts sciatic nerve. Concentration power also increases with regular practice of this asana. The gland that is affected most by this asana is prostrate. It remains balanced and masculinity is enhanced. To some extent, practice of this asana in women is able to cure ovarian and reproductive system related disorders.

Other Benefits

With regular practice of Garudasana, all organs below waist function efficiently and maintain their balance. The seminal vesicles (vajra nadi) become strong and active thus making it easy to practice celibacy. Pain in joints is relieved and they start functioning efficiently.