Leg behind head arm balance

Once comfortable with leg behind head a contortionist is able to start playing with different positions and transitions. In order to progress to the arm balance the back must be as flat as possible, relying mostly on the hip joint flexibility to complete the pose. This position is a great example of combining flexibility and strength, which can serve as a transitional pose in a performance.

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Leg behind head
Leg behind head is the act of placing one’s foot or ankle behind the head, neck, shoulder.

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