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Eagle Arms (Garudasana Arms)

Extend both arms forward, wrap one arm under the other at the elbows, try to bring your palms together, and lift your elbows to shoulder height to feel the stretch between your shoulder blades. Alternate sides.

30s each sideIntermediateSeatedNo equipment

How to do the Eagle Arms (Garudasana Arms)

  1. Extend both arms forward.
  2. Wrap one arm under the other at the elbows.
  3. Try to bring your palms together.
  4. And lift your elbows to shoulder height to feel the stretch between your shoulder blades. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Shoulders, Upper Back.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Shoulder Impingement, Postural Kyphosis.

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