Eagle Pose

How to do Eagle Pose

1. Bend both knees and shift your weight onto your right foot.
2. Cross your left thigh over your right, keeping your standing knee bent.
3. Keep your thighs close without forcing your knees into a tighter wrap.
4. Root your right heel while keeping the ball of your right foot grounded.
5. Cross your left arm beneath your right and bend your elbows, bringing your forearms upright.
6. Bring your palms toward each other without forcing your wrists.
7. Lift your chest while keeping your hips sitting back.
8. Center your elbows and lift them toward shoulder height without shrugging.
9. Set your gaze on a steady point ahead, looking past your arms.
10. Unwrap your arms and left leg, then place your left foot beside your right.

Benefits

Eagle gives your ankles and calves a role in keeping a compact balance.

Variations

Hook your left foot behind your right calf only if it reaches without knee strain. Rest your left toes on the floor beside your right foot for extra balance support.