Coordination Between Limbs

Coordination Between Limbs

Introduction

RL

Reference leg: right · Opposite leg: left

Right legStanceStanceSwingSwingLeft legStanceStanceSwingSwingStanceStanceHeel strike0%Left toe off≈ 10%Midstance≈ 30%Left heel strike≈ 50%Toe off≈ 60%Heel strike100%
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Timing varies with walking speed

The legs perform different tasks at the same time. Follow how the left leg’s events relate to the right leg’s cycle.

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Explanations and references

Timing is approximate for comfortable walking. Movement is a teaching illustration, not measured walking data. Foot placement may slide slightly; feet-adjacent and tibia-vertical positions are schematic.

Learning objectives

Relate left-leg events to the right gait cycle.