1. Keeping the right arm outstretched, bring the right hand around to the left in an arc at the end of which the hand forms a hook. At the same time the right foot turns in slightly towards the centre.
2. Take a small step to the left with the left foot.
3. Sweep the left hand across the body, palm facing inward. As it passes the body, turn the left hand and push out, sitting down in the horse-riding stance.