The Sanskrit word garuda means eagle.
Position of Readiness Stand with feet together on the floor. Keep hands at your sides, eyes looking forward. Breathe normally.
Steps
- Draw the left foot upward bending the knee and wrap the left foot around your right leg as you rest the back of your left thigh on the right thigh.
- Cross your arms at the elbows, left over right. Join the palms of your hands together keeping the fingers pointed upward.
- Inhale and hold the posture for the duration of the inhaled breath.
- Exhale and return to the tada-asana.
Repeat the posture on the opposite side, wrapping the right leg over the left and the right arm over left.
Benefits
- Strengthens the legs, knees, and ankles
- Tones leg muscles and relieves cramps
- Promotes balance and focus
Daily Practice Hold the posture for as long as you can hold the inhaled breath. Repeat 2 or 3 times on each leg.