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A category of stance physically distinguishable by a 10%-90% weight distribution, 1.5 length of one's own foot for an alignment of depth, and the rear foot always positioned flat on the ground - arms in a ready position - eyes directed forward..

 

Comments:

Cat stances are typically transitory.

 

Cat stances always have the front foot in a constant state of readiness.

 

The standard width of a cat stance is Toe-Heel Alignment.  But, Width is not always used as a physical determinant in cat stances.

 

Derivation:

The term cat is taken from the kung-fu (gung-fu) animal styles, which imitated different animals.  In this case, the cat stance resembles a cat ready to pounce.