Aloha klizark007,
Currently in his classes, Master Lin teaches the 7 steps without lifting the legs -to many people losing balance and worried about looking good so they don't stay in the relaxed emptiness where they want to be.
The 7 steps exercise has changed a bit since he first taught it some 7+ years ago. There is benefit in the leg bending and foot flexion and extension, however the benefits of staying in the emptiness and just having your feet on the floor would be more important at this point.
Much Love, Shawn
