Bird Poses
Both of these poses, inspired by birds, enhance balance, strength and endurance. Both types of poses counteract the effects of too much computer work, Crow (Katasana) or Crane/Birdie (Bakasana) by strengthening the wrists and arms, and Eagle (Garudasana) by providing an amazing upper back stretch. The twist required to do Side Crow or Side Crane (Parsva Bakasana), tones the belly and massages the internal organs.
Jenny in Crow Pose (Kakasana) on Abbot Ridge in Glacier National Park, B.C. (Photo by Ian Hatter)
Jenny in Crow Pose (Kakasana) on Parker Ridge in Banff National Park, Alberta. (Photo by Ian Hatter)
Jenny in Eagle Pose (Garudasana) on Whistler Mountain, Jasper National Park, B.C. (Photo by Ian Hatter)
Jenny in Eagle Pose (Garudasana) atop Paget Peak, Yoho National Park, B.C. (Photo by Ian Hatter)
Jenny was inspired to do Eagle Pose (Garudasana) near Dolomite Pass, Banff National Park as there was a Golden Eagle flying overhead. (Photo by Ian Hatter)
Jenny in Eagle Pose (Garudasana) on the summit of Mount Temple (elev 3,544 m or 11,627 ft), near Lake Louise in Banff National Park, Alberta (Photo by Ian Hatter).
