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Ekapada Galavasana

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Eka Pada Galavasana is an Asana. It is translated as Pose Dedicated to Galava - One Legged Variation from Sanskrit. The name of this pose comes from "eka" meaning "one", "pada" meaning "leg", "Galava" in reference to a Hindu Sage, and "asana" meaning "posture" or "seat".


Benefits

  1. Tt strengthens the arms
  2. Wrists and shoulders
  3. Strengthens the core
  4. Creates a sense of balance
  5. Opens up the inside of the thighs and hips and glutes.


Cautions

  • Be careful while doing this pose if you have any wrist, elbow, shoulder, lower back, or hip injuries.