This is how I go about drawing figures, but everyone has their own way that works for them. Don't let yourself get stuck with one technique, try new ones, you may never know which one works for you if you don't. There is nothing wrong with tracing over photos when practicing, NOT other art unless you have their permission, but photography. I hope this is helpful!
maybe try a few quick stick and box versions before the full figure, just to check the pose and depth before the line detail takes over
maybe keep the tracing as a warm-up, then redraw the pose once from memory and check the head, ribcage, and hip tilt as simple boxes so the practice carries over to your own figures.