SECOND POSITION
Feet Apart, Side-by-Side

In second position, the feet are held apart. The actual distance between them is variable; As long as there is space between them and they are side-by-side, they are considered to be in second position. The amount of turnout of the feet is variable. The weight can be placed between the feet (as shown above), or entirely on one foot. When the weight is held over one foot, the weigted leg is positioned directly below the body, while the free leg is extended sideways with the free foot pointing.

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