The 45 Degree Stance

By Matthew Sherman, About.com Guide

With some exceptions, most players would do well with a stance angled at 45 degrees to the shot at hand.

First, consider the other extremes of square to the table or standing turned sharply to one side. As in this photo, the beginner tends to look over the shot at hand and then...

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• The classic stance has a classic purpose
• Bending over looks right, but isn't
• Note the position of the head and trunk
• This one hurts!
• The other extreme
• Another look
• Turned out right
• Easy does it

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