Eagle is a standing balance where the arms wrap and one leg wraps around the other while you sit low like in Chair. Erin teaches it as a stretch for the upper back and shoulders that also builds heat in the legs. Eagle arms show up on their own a lot too, seated or standing.
How to do Eagle
- Lift your arms overhead, then bring your right arm underneath your left.
- Take your palms together, or just hold your shoulders.
- Sink down into your chair.
- Lift your right leg up and over your left and work toward the wrap.
- Try to align your knees with your elbows.
- Keep your hips and shoulders squared and breathe.
Common mistakes
- Forcing the leg wrap before the hips are ready.
- Standing up tall instead of sitting low into Chair.
- Letting the shoulders creep up toward the ears.
Make it easier
- Touch your shoulders if you cannot reach your palms together.
- Rest the toes of the top foot on the floor for balance instead of wrapping.
Practice Eagle in a free class
23 of Erin's classes include Eagle. These are the most practiced. The time shows where it comes up.
Chest, Shoulders, Upper Back Yoga Class
Easy Chair Yoga Class - 25 minutes
Wrist Free Yoga Class (50 Min)
Intense Flow with No Planks or Chaturangas (Wrist Free Yoga)
Yoga for Cross Training Athletes
Slow Burn Yoga Class
Yoga for Rock Climbers Yoga Class
Core Stability Yoga Class - 60 Min Vinyasa Flow
Expansive Flow Yoga Class (live) 60 Min
Spring Awakening Yoga Class
Heart Opening Yoga Class
Spine Strength, Flexibility & Alignment Yoga ClassEagle: common questions
How do you do Eagle?
Lift your arms overhead, then bring your right arm underneath your left. Take your palms together, or just hold your shoulders. Sink down into your chair. Lift your right leg up and over your left and work toward the wrap.
Is there an easier version of Eagle?
Yes. Touch your shoulders if you cannot reach your palms together. Rest the toes of the top foot on the floor for balance instead of wrapping.
What are the most common Eagle mistakes?
Forcing the leg wrap before the hips are ready. Standing up tall instead of sitting low into Chair. Letting the shoulders creep up toward the ears.
Where can I practice Eagle in a free class?
23 free Five Parks Yoga classes include Eagle. The most practiced is Chest, Shoulders, Upper Back Yoga Class.
Move within what feels right for your body, and check with your doctor if you have an injury.
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