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The world's greatest detective, L, sits in an odd position, claiming it increases his reasoning abilities. Some people try to copy this, for cosplay or for everyday life, but if you find it hard, this is for you!

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Position 1

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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Keep your heels off the chair.
    You can rest them against the back of the chair if you want. The key with this position is balance.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Balance on the balls of your feet.
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  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Lean forward and put your weight on your thighs.
    • This can get tiring in the arch of your foot.
    • If you do it wrong, it can cause your calves to tense.
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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Put your feet flat on the chair.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Rest your rear end on the back of the chair.
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Lean forward to help keep your balance.
    • This can tire out your inner calves.
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  1. How.com.vn English: Step 1 Put your rear end on the chair, sliding your feet forward slightly.
    This is the most comfortable of L's positions, but not one he uses very often.
  2. How.com.vn English: Step 2 Focus your weight towards your middle.
    This position can make you tense, and you may want to only use this position while you rest your feet and legs.
  3. How.com.vn English: Step 3 Keep repeating the cycle, switching position whenever you feel uncomfortable.
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    One person says it will improve leg strength, another says it hurts in the long run. Which one is it?
    How.com.vn English: Community Answer
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    It will make your leg muscles stronger, but the lack of blood over such a long time will give you "jelly legs".
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    Will sitting like L help improve my leg strength?
    How.com.vn English: Magdalen Ketchum
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    If you do it for a long time, probably.
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    What is "jelly legs"? Is it temporary?
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    Jelly legs is when you can barely walk because your legs have been in an uncomfortable position for a long time. Yes, it is temporary and usually lasts at the most half an hour.
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      Tips

      • Have a few chairs that you use most of the time, if possible. You will find sitting like L hard in some chairs, as they may be too soft or may not have a back.
      • If anyone asks you to sit normally, give them the excuse L uses: "I have to sit like this. If I sit normally, my deductive capabilities would immediately be reduced by roughly 40%."
      • If you can't balance, or are on a bed, lean your butt against the heads board or wall next to it. If you are in a chair without a back, simply balance on the balls of your feet. This may take practice, because it is common to fall off, resulting in injuries if you fall.
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      Warnings

      • Be aware you won't be able to sit like this in some places, like in a car, or at school or work. You could try using the second tip, but sometimes you will have to sit normally, whether it's because of a fussy teacher or boss, or if it's for your own safety.
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