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A study of leg-crossing in a German sample
1Klinik und Poliklinik für Hals-, Nasen- und Ohrenheilkunde, Klinikums der Technischen Universität Dresden.
Summary
Most people prefer crossing their right leg over their left when asked. Leg crossing habits show differences between sexes and correlate with handedness and eyedness.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Science
- Human Movement Studies
Background:
- Leg crossing is a common postural habit.
- Previous literature on leg crossing prevalence and correlates is limited.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review existing literature on leg crossing.
- To present new data on leg crossing prevalence and its associations.
Main Methods:
- Literature review.
- Survey of 292 individuals to determine leg crossing preference.
- Analysis of correlations with sex, age, footedness, handedness, and eyedness.
Main Results:
- 62% of participants were right leg-crossers, 26% left, and 12% indifferent.
- Left leg-crossing was more common in males.
- No significant association was found with age.
- Leg crossing showed some correlation with footedness, handedness, and eyedness.
Conclusions:
- Leg crossing preference is not random and shows a right-sided bias in the general population.
- Sex influences leg crossing behavior.
- Leg crossing is linked to other lateralized behaviors and traits.