Taking the first step was difficult, and it stumped many of the companions.
Standing still and walking were entirely different states. Some companions could maintain their center of gravity well while standing, but once they started walking, they became too stiff to take the next step.
"Starting from a standing position, step forward with one leg. Let the heel touch down first, then shift your center of gravity forward, transferring your body weight onto the front leg while the back leg prepares to push off."
"Next, the back leg pushed against the ground, propelling the body forward. The front leg fully supported the body, and the center of gravity reached its foremost point."
"The back leg then had to leave the ground as well and swing forward, completing the shift between front, back, left, and right as it entered the next cycle—the next step."
Their centers of gravity were too steady and their bodies too stiff. Although they could stand firmly, they could not walk properly. While walking, the center of gravity had to shift constantly, changing position with the body's movements while keeping the body upright.
This was extremely difficult. Servant did not have much talent, and only barely managed to start walking before the time limit ran out. Even then, he walked crookedly and awkwardly, looking utterly unnatural.
Still, he could "walk." After the Instructor eliminated those companions who could not walk, he began teaching the rest how to walk better.
"First, let your arms swing naturally. Your arms should swing opposite to your legs: when your right leg moves forward, your left arm moves forward, and vice versa. The swing should be neither too large nor too small. Let them move naturally with your body to shed excess force."
"Second, keep your body tense to help maintain