1. Pivoting on the heels to the left, shift the weight back onto the right leg and raise the open right hand to head level. The left palm is face up.
2. Draw the left foot back and rest the toes on the ground.
3. Bring the right wrist and left fingertips into contact by lowering the right arm and drawing in the left. Sink down in the stance at the same time.
4. Step out with the left leg, placing the heel on the ground.