Human Positions - Atypical Positions

Atypical Positions

Atypical positions include:

  • standing on one leg
  • handstand
  • head stand
  • spreadeagle
  • crab position
  • Humans can hang in various positions. It is a position where the support is above the center of gravity. It may be voluntary or involuntary.

Such positions are common to break dancing, gymnastics and yoga.

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