You will stop going to the gym, if you do this magical Garudasana for just 5 minutes every morning.

News India Live, Digital Desk: We all know what the lifestyle has become nowadays. Working sitting on a chair all day long, causing heaviness in the shoulders, stiffness in the back and mental stress. It feels as if the body is jammed. We think of going to the gym, but don’t get time. But do you know that there is an asana in yoga which is a ‘one stop solution’ to all these problems?

yes, we are talking Garudasana ki, which in English Eagle Pose Is also called. It may seem a bit complicated to wrap hands and feet together but believe me, you will be surprised to know its benefits.

What is the magic of Garudasana?

Garuda means ‘Eagle’, the king of birds. Just as Garuda has sharp eyesight and amazing balance, this asana brings the same qualities in the human body.

1. King of balance and concentration
If you do not feel like studying or working, or you get distracted very easily, then this asana is for you. When you balance your body by standing on one leg, your mind is forced to become calm. This is a great way to increase focus for children and students.

2. Relief from back and shoulder pain
By leaning over the computer or phone all day our shoulders and upper back get jammed. When the hands clasp each other in Garudasana, the muscles behind the shoulders get a good stretch. It releases stiffness and makes you feel light.

3. Strengthening legs and thighs
This asana makes your legs strong like iron. If you often have the problem of leg cramps, then this asana can be very helpful in curing it. It also stretches the calves.

4. Special benefits for men (Good for Prostate Health)
Perhaps few people know, but health experts believe that Garudasana is good for men’s health, especially Prostate Health Can be beneficial to maintain better. It improves blood circulation in the pelvic area.

How to start? (Friendly Advice)
In the beginning you may face difficulty in standing on one leg, you may stagger. This is absolutely normal. Don’t force it. You can take support of the wall in the beginning. Practice slowly, your balance will start forming automatically.

So instead of lying in bed tomorrow morning after your alarm rings, get up and start the day fresh with Garudasana. Your body will definitely say ‘thank you’ to you!