Martial stances

Western people tend to weigh more than Chinese performers; and this can present problems when performing exotic stances. Deep knee bends can put strain on the knees and back; leading to long-term injury. Bear in mind also that deep stances are not martial in nature. Martial stances are designed for speed and mobility. They are more upright and do not harm the knees. Flamboyance and showmanship have no place in martial arts practice...