"Sit one foot, punch one inch" means: one foot refers to the distance from the eyes to the book, one punch refers to the distance from the chest to the table, and one inch refers to the distance from the finger to the pen tip. Follow the principle of "one punch one inch one foot", keep your upper body upright, lean forward slightly, and punch your chest off the table; When holding a pen, your hand should be held one inch away from the tip of the pen.
In the correct sitting posture, "one inch" usually refers to "the length of middle finger flexion", that is, the length from the fingertips to the joints between the knuckles and wrists. This length is widely accepted in the standard of traditional Chinese medicine. In other words, when we bend our fingers, the length of the middle part of the middle finger is one inch.
This scale is used to determine different acupoints and meridians in the theory of traditional Chinese medicine, and also to guide the correct sitting posture and posture. This standard helps us to maintain a correct sitting posture, thus avoiding the harm of sedentary and keeping our bodies healthy and comfortable.
Extended introduction
The posture of writing is very important for practicing calligraphy. Correct writing posture can not only ensure writing freedom, reduce fatigue and improve writing level, but also promote the normal development of children's bodies and prevent diseases such as myopia, strabismus and spinal curvature. Therefore, we must pay attention to it.
Write with your head straight, your shoulders flat, your body straight and your feet safe.
Keep your head straight: when writing, keep your head straight and slightly lower. Can't tilt left and right, head slightly forward, chin slightly inward, eyes one foot away from the book (about 30 cm).
Shoulder level: the shoulders are flush, the arms are naturally unfolded, the right hand holds the pen, and the left hand presses the book, which is suitable for natural comfort.
Straight body: the chest is upright, the back support is straight, and the chest punches from the table (about 10 cm).
Foot safety: feet are naturally placed flat on the ground, feet are naturally relaxed and shoulder-width, calves are vertical to the ground, and toes and heels should land at the same time.