Garudasana
Garudasana (gah-roo-DAH-sah-nah[1][needs IPA]; Sanskrit: गरुडासन; IAST: Garuḍāsana) or Eagle Pose[2] is an asana.
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Etymology
The name comes from the Sanskrit words garuda meaning "eagle", and asana meaning "posture" or "seat".[3]
In Hindu mythology Garuda is known as the king of birds. He transports the God Vishnu[4] and is eager to help humanity fight against demons. The word is usually rendered into English as "eagle," though according to one dictionary the name literally means "devourer," because Garuda was originally identified with the "all-consuming fire of the sun's rays".[5]
Description
This standing asana may enhance concentration.[6] It focuses on the ankles, calves, thighs, hips and shoulders.
Variations
Usually Garudasana is performed with a straight spine, so that it shows the mythical bird Garuda. But most of people make their spine round, which could be interpreted as a mistake or a variation.
Gallery
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See also
References
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Further reading
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