In the Classical sitting position (for playing Guitar), What is the Correct Position for My Right Leg?

Question

I'm reading Jamie Andreas' "The Principles of the Correct Practice for the Guitar" and it's said that it's necessary to make sure that my muscles aren't tense.

Although I feel that my right leg is not relaxed enough it's like an abnormal feeling, I can't tell that it's tensed and I feel pain, but though I don't feel comfortable and relaxed.

-So can anybody inform me about the correct position of my right leg while practicing in the Classical Sitting Position?

-Can anybody tell me how many inches do i need to elevate my left leg to make the muscles involved relaxed?

-What are the specs of the best chair to practice on?

-How many inches do I need to elevate my left foot?

Thanks in Advance!

Answer 1

I like to sit in a chair that allows my right foot to be flat on the floor with my right shin at a right angle to my right thigh. An adjustable chair or bench (I like to sit on a padded piano bench) works great. You'll have to experiment with the height of your left foot. Get a stack of old books and then you can add a book or remove a couple, etc. as needed.

Answer 2

your right leg should just be on the floor , its your left leg that has to be raised about 15 cm .A good chair should be one without arms a good comfy hight depending on how tall you are .Anyway if you got anymore questions about anything with guitar email me at my email and remember i am top guitarist