Wushu Bow Stance Video

This video shows how to do a wushu bow stance. In Chinese (Mandarin) this is called "Gong Bu". Learn the 5 basic wushu stances and then the 5 stances form (Wu Bu Quan). Also check out the animated wushu section or go back to wushu videos main.

Execution

Extend the back leg and keep both heels on the floor.
The thigh of the front leg should be parallel to the floor and the shin of the front leg should be vertical.
In modern wushu, the feet are in one line and the stance very low.
Look straight forward and keep your upper body straight and vertical (don't crouch down).
The front foot points straight forward and the back foot is turned away 45 degrees.
Also check out the animated instruction for this wushu stance.

Advice

Stretch your hips and your calf muscles.
Strengthen your legs - Try to hold the bow stance for 1 to 5 minutes.
Lear the 5 stances form.
Beginners should practice the wushu bow stance every day.

Performance

In this Video: Yang Jia Le - Song Jiang Wushu School
Team: School Team 1 - Song Jiang Wushu School
Coach: Wang Guang Ming
Taped by: Mavi

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