The following are characteristics that describe body positions that correspond to the anatomical position.

The correct anatomical position: The head is upright and points forward.

The correct anatomical position: The elbows are fully extended.

The correct anatomical position: The palms of the hands face forward, this is called supination.

The correct anatomical position: Standing straight up.

The correct anatomical position: The legs are straight with no bend in the hip or knee.

The correct anatomical position: The feet point srtaight ahead.