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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.
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2. Draw the left foot back and rest the toes on the ground.
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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.
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4. Step out with the left leg, placing the heel on the ground.