Front Split: A split in which one leg is extended frontward and the other leg is extended backward, both at right angles to the trunk. Ideally, the legs are split at least 180 degrees and are flat on the floor (or beam), the hips are square facing to the front and both legs are turned out from the hips. Also called Side Split or stride split. See also Turnout.
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