As an ancient yet fashionable exercise for fitness and mental well-being, Tai Chi has become a part of many people’s lives. Many have learned various postures in Tai Chi studios or through online videos, but is Tai Chi merely about showing off these postures? In fact, practicing Tai Chi involves “three major taboos, four essential … Read more
Tai Chi (Taijiquan) is permeated with the concepts of “Yin and Yang” and “Void and Reality” throughout its practice. This is manifested in each Tai Chi movement, which embodies the principles of “Opening and Closing”, “Round and Square”, “Coiling and Uncoiling”, “Void and Reality”, “Light and Heavy”, “Soft and Hard”, “Slow and Fast”, and features … Read more
1. Why is it called Tai Chi Chuan? A. The Tai Chi diagram divides Yin and Yang, and Tai Chi Chuan is situated between emptiness and fullness, hence the name Tai Chi Chuan. B. The Tai Chi diagram divides Yin and Yang; Tai Chi Chuan emphasizes full-body relaxation, leading with the crown, containing the chest … Read more
Regardless of whether it is standing meditation (zhang zhuang) or practicing forms (lian jia), the core secret or goal pursued is: xu jing (emptiness and stillness), yi qi (intention and energy), ju fang (gathering and releasing). Xu Jing The term “xu” refers to the state where the body exerts no force, and every muscle … Read more
Today, those learning Tai Chi often start with the Thirteen Postures (Tai Chi, commonly referred to as “pan jia zi” or “long fist”). After practicing for 3 to 4 months, they may claim to have grasped the basics. However, it is important to note that predecessors typically began with foundational practices such as Ma Bu … Read more
Xu Ling Ding Jin, Chen Jian Zhui Zhou, Han Xiong Ba Bei, Qi Chen Dan Tian… What do these Tai Chi terms mean? How should they be understood? How can they be achieved? This article organizes common Tai Chi terms and explains them in detail. If you like it, don’t forget to bookmark and share. … Read more
01 Scientific Breathing Method Tai Chi emphasizes abdominal breathing, whether through natural breathing or the movements of the form, it stresses abdominal breathing.Breathing is also coordinated with intention; during inhalation, the internal energy rises along the Du Mai (Governing Vessel) up the spine, and during exhalation, it descends along the Ren Mai (Conception Vessel) down … Read more
How to Achieve Relaxation and Sinking? What is the Difference Between Relaxation and Loosening?1. Adhere to the principles of Tai Chi: maintain a light and empty top (xu ling ding jin), sink the shoulders and drop the elbows (chen jian zhui zhou), relax the waist and drop the hips (song yao luo kua), keep the … Read more
Watching the performances of Tai Chi masters is a delightful and refreshing experience, akin to enjoying a beautiful art form. However, some enthusiasts have practiced Tai Chi for many years, feeling confident in their form and movements, yet their practice lacks depth. Those with a larger frame may appear loose; those with a smaller frame … Read more
Tai Chi Chuan is the world’s largest martial art. It represents the quintessence of Chinese martial arts and serves as a carrier and symbol of traditional Chinese culture. It is a discipline that interprets and expresses traditional Chinese philosophy through the body. The essence that distinguishes martial arts from other disciplines is its function of … Read more