Are feet supposed to be parallel when standing?
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While many fitness instructors teach that feet should be perfectly parallel, research in biomechanics suggests that a slight outward rotation, around 5–15 degrees, is the natural and most stable position for many people. A forced parallel stance, or excessive outward turn, can create a chain reaction of stress affecting your knees, hips, and back. So, are feet supposed to be parallel when standing? It's more complicated than a simple 'yes' or 'no.'