RobLev
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A nice photo array that proves nothing and doesn't change my mind one iota. The arm coming forward is a natural action of running, used by erect walking primates as part of their balance system.
If you don't believe this, try running with your arms pinned firmly into your sides. Let me know how it went after you smashed your nose when you face planted into the ground because you lost your balance.
His right arm is going forward at the same time as his right foot. Normal people run with their left arm going forward with their right foot. See, for example, Usain Bolt et al.. It's actually easier to run with your hands by your sides than with right arm and leg going forward at the same time.
I do remember, however, a lad in my year at school who naturally marched with arm and leg on the same side in synch; even after watching him do it, however, the rest of us had extreme difficulty doing so.