Wushu Stances

Wushu Stances

There are several primary stances in Chinese Martial Arts. These are,

The Horse Stance

The Horse Stance begins with the legs shoulder length apart. The feet are walked to sides another foot or so and the knees are bent. The torso sinks down as if following a plum line and the sacrum curves forward and in.

The Bow Stance

Also called "bow and arrow" stance. The lead foot is pointed straight ahead, with the lead leg bent slightly. The trailing foot is angled outward at a 45 degree angle, with the heel lined up with the heel of the leading foot. The trailing leg can be held straight or slightly bent. The result is a "lunging" pose.

Cross Stance

Drop Stance

Empty Stance

Similar to the "empty" or "cat" stances found in other martial arts.

External links

* [http://shouyuliang.com/index.php/2001-February/Major-Wushu-Stances.html Major Wushu Stances]


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