Last updated on June 26th, 2024 at 12:33 pm
Introduction
The Eagle pose (Garudasana) is a one-legged standing balance pose. It offers many physical and Mental health benefits to your body and mind. Many Variations of this pose also help you to explore balance, asymmetry, stability, and strength. The Reclined Eagle pose is a great variation of the Garudasana to practice. The person or a beginner who faces the basic Pose(Eagle Pose) is harder to perform than an Easier variation is “Supta Garudasana”. The Reclined Eagle pose also known as “Supta Garudasana” where
Supta-Reclined position
Garud- An Eagle (A Bird)
Asana- Pose/Posture
As It is clear from the name Supta Garudasanna is a relaxed supine position a wonderful and funful variation of Garudasana.
In the article, we explore the entire Reclined Eagle Pose. Its benefits, how to do it, contraindications, and other beneficial variations.
The Basic of the Reclined Eagle pose
Supta Garudasana is a relaxing supine Position. In this pose the upper, middle, and lower back are well supported by the ground. It is an intermediate-level posture that requires a lot of flexibility of the joints, knees, and shoulders. It is also an excellent warm-up yoga posture that helps you to prepare for a more intense workout.
- Name- Reclined Eagle pose(Supta Garudasana)
- Level- Intermediate
- Position- Supine
- Type-Stretch, Twist
- Target Muscles- UpperBack, Hips, Pelvic And Gluteus
Benefits of the Reclined Eagle pore (Supta Garudasans)
Supta Garudasana is the supine position and intermediate-level yoga pose. The supine or reclined position helps more stability and balance for senior citizens and persons with obesity and heavy bodies. This pose has many benefits for Physical and mental aspects Here we discuss the amazing benefits of the supta Garudasana following are
- Improve flexibility of the upper and lower body including hips, shoulders, legs, and thighs.
- Enhance joint Mobility in the knees, hips, and Shoulders and reduce stiffness of the joints.
- Intense twisting and stretching movements improve the motion. Helps release the tension of the muscles Such as the upper back, hips, and shoulders.
- This hose improves the blood circulation of the entire body. Improve metabolism and oxygen levels of the cells.
- Twisting motions of the legs and arms allens alleviates the pain and stiffness. Sciatic nerve pain also prevents you from Sciatica.
- Engagement of the core muscle improves the strength of the core and, abdominal muscles and lower back.
- Stimulates the abdominal and digestive organs and Improves the functioning of these organs.
- Helps calm the mind and reduces anxiety and stress levels. Improve focus and concentration.
How to do The Reclined Eagle pose (Supta Garudasana)
Here we discuss a step-by-step process of performing the Reclined Eagle pose
- Lie down on the ground on your back. The feet pointed toward the ceiling legs extended and arms by your sides.
- Lift your right leg and cross it on your left thigh. Try to hook your right foot behind your left calf for more stability
- If it is not possible to hook your leg behind the calf you simply cross your legs together
- Now Raise your hand straight up toward the ceiling. Bend your elbows and cross your left arm over your right arm.
- Palms are facing each other and try to clap your palms together. Engage your core muscles that help you support your lower back.
- Hold this posture for a few seconds or 3-4 breaths. Close your eyes and focus on one gaze to deepen the relaxation.
- To release, uncross your legs and arms. and rest on the ground. Repeat the Same pose with the other side.
Contraindication of the Reclined Eagle pose
Here are a few contraindications where you can’t do this supta Garudascana. Please keep these contraindications in mind before performing this pose
- If you have injury to your hips, ankles, knees, shoulders, and neck avoid this pose
- Recently abdominal, ankles, hips, and shoulders Surgery.
- If Chronic pain or swelling to your hips, ankles, or knees avoid the pose.
- Always consult your yoga instructor for any discomfort while performing this pose.
Other Variations Of The Eagle Pose
- Eagle Chair Pose
- Seated Eagle Pose
- (Viparita Garudasana)Inverted Eagle Pose
- (Ardha Garudasana)Half Eagle Pose
Conclusion
The reclined eagle pose is one of the best variations of the Eagle Pose. It is an intermediate-level relaxing asana with arms and leg twisting motion. Incorporate this amazing pose into your daily yoga routine. You can find amazing physical, mental, and emotional benefits or enhance your well-being. The intense twisting motion involved in this variation improves muscle and bone health.
Honey is a certified yoga teacher from Patanjali Yogpeeth, Haridwar. Through the learning process, she realized, that yoga can be helpful in the wellness of one’s life.
