Wide Kneel (Stance)

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Wide Kneel (Stance)

 

A specific type of Kneel stance which is physically distinguishable by a 50%-50% weight distribution, Toe-Heel Alignment of width, Heel-Knee Alignment of depth, both knees bent to a point of having the rear knee a few inches from the ground as a general alignment of height, and the rotational alignment of the body and feet on a forward, 45 degree angle to the Point of Reference.

 

Comments:

 

This stance is considered to be a lower variation to the standard neutral bow stance.

 

Derivation:

 

This stance derives its name from the fact that the rear leg extends outward to the side, giving the stance a wide appearance.