Battement stretched for beaten steps. This type of battement tendu is an exercise done at the bar in preparation for the study of beats. The dancer transfers the working leg in front and in back of the supporting leg to a height of 45 degrees to the second position. Fifth position R foot front. Open the R leg to the second position with strongly pointed toes and stretched instep; immediately lower the R leg to the fifth position front, striking the calves and allowing the foot to flex with the R heel well forward. The leg rebounds slightly to the side with flexed foot, then beats the left calf in the back before being thrown to the second position with pointed toes and stretched instep. The movement is then reversed. The accent of the movement is in the strong rebound of the leg to second position at 45 degrees. The number of transfers depends on the step for which this exercise serves as a preparation. For assemblé battu, one transfer is made; for entrechat, two or more are necessary.