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Basic positions as covered in the SOBHD textbook
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07/16/2013

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Term
Toe
Definition
When in contact with the ground, without pressure, in an open position with the instep arched, or in a closed position with the foot vertical. Knee straight in open positions except 4th opposite 5th.
Term
half point
Definition
When the pads of the first two or three toes are in contact with the ground with the ball of the foot off the ground, it is said to be placed on the half point. Closed position, instep arched, open position, knee slightly relaxed.
Term
ball
Definition
when the pads of the toes and the ball of the foot are in contact with the ground with the instep arched it is said to be placed on the ball, and the knee of the working leg is kept as straight as possible, but without strain, to allow for freedom of movement. Transfer of weight.
Term
heel
Definition
When the heel is in contact with the ground with the sole of the foot kept straight and inclined upwards, the working foot is said to be placed on the heel. The heel is always placed without pressure except in the 8th step of the seann triubhas. Knee of the WL is kept straight in all open positions except 4th opp 5th.
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