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Heel-Down Squat with Forward Arms

Heel-Down Squat with Forward Arms. Study focus: The line from the planted heels through the bent knees to the lowered pelvis; forward arms acting as counterbalance.

Action & GestureMaleBody Study

Full-body studio photograph of a man in gray shorts holding a deep squat, both feet flat and both arms reaching forward for balance.

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30s1 min2 minUntimed

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Camera angle: Front three quarter, waist height camera
Primary study focus: The line from the planted heels through the bent knees to the lowered pelvis; forward arms acting as counterbalance.
30-second exercise: Mark both heel contacts, the lowered pelvis, and the forward-arm counterbalance before outlining the figure.
2-minute exercise: Compare ankle, knee, and hip angles; check that each knee tracks generally toward the corresponding toes and both heels stay planted.
Difficulty: Intermediate

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Begin with the main gesture and large body masses. Check overlaps and visible contact points before adding small details. Use the exercises above to focus this particular study.

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