Which option is not part of basic posture?

• A. Contract your abdominal muscles
• B. Place your right hand over your left hand
• C. Stand with your toes at 45-degree angle
• D. Keep shoulders level

Answer: (B)

Basic posture centers on alignment and stability: a neutral spine supported by a lightly engaged core, a balanced weight distribution, and relaxed, level shoulders. Crossing or stacking the hands isn’t a foundational part of that alignment. Engaging the abdominal muscles helps support the spine and pelvis, and having the feet placed so you can feel a stable base—often with a slight outward toe angle—helps maintain balance. Keeping the shoulders level prevents uneven loading and keeps the upper body aligned. So placing one hand over the other isn’t a required element of basic posture, even though it might appear in other poses or routines.