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1. Zhuang Gong (Stance Training) Zhuang Gong is the primary issue in practicing Tai Chi. So, which stances should one practice in Tai Chi? There are many stances in Tai Chi, including Kai He Zhuang (Opening and Closing Stance), Xia Zuan Zhuang (Squatting Stance), Ma Bu Zhuang (Horse Stance), Shou Hui Pi Pa Zhuang (Hand … Read more
1. Tai Chi Frame The Tai Chi frame we practice daily, regardless of the style, is merely a vessel for Tai Chi skills. Even when practicing any frame, if guided by Tai Chi principles, one can still cultivate Tai Chi skills! Generally, people practice Tai Chi for fitness, to enhance their adaptability in regular environments. … Read more
1. Master the Forms and Understand the Fixed Postures The so-called forms refer to the complete set of Tai Chi postures. The term “fixed postures” refers to the specific requirements for each posture’s movements. For beginners, the main focus should be on mastering the forms and ensuring correct positioning, while also paying attention to the … Read more
Tai Chi (太极拳) is an excellent method for health preservation. As people’s awareness of health preservation increases, many have joined the ranks of Tai Chi practitioners. Are you practicing Tai Chi correctly? How can you improve your Tai Chi practice? Grasp the Core, Experience the Characteristics1. Relaxed and Gentle: The posture is stable and expansive, … Read more
Due to the health benefits, cultural origins, movement characteristics, martial arts connotations, rhythmic aesthetics, social entertainment, and philosophical thoughts associated with Tai Chi, it is deeply loved by the Chinese people. At the same time, as a quintessence of traditional Chinese culture, it is respected by people from different ethnicities and cultures around the world. … Read more
1. Regular practice canextend lifespan.2. Reduces the likelihood of colon cancer. Studies show that moderate daily Tai Chi practice can reduce your risk of colon cancer by at least thirty percent.3. Your bones will become stronger. Tai Chi practice can make bones denser, significantly reducing the risk of osteoporosis.4. Reduces fat. Of course, you can … Read more
“ Kongfu Tai Chi Chuan Tai Chi Chuan, a national intangible cultural heritage, is a traditional Chinese martial art that integrates various functions such as nurturing temperament, strengthening the body, and combat techniques, centered around the philosophical concepts of Tai Chi and Yin-Yang from traditional Confucian and Daoist thought. It combines the changes of Yin-Yang … Read more
01 “Low Stance” and “Internal Power” To measure the skill of a traditional Tai Chi practitioner, the key lies in whether they possess the “internal power” of Tai Chi. Many Tai Chi enthusiasts mistakenly believe that a low stance indicates advanced Tai Chi skills; however, this is not the case. Squatting too low makes it … Read more
1. Preparation Activities.Before exercising, it is essential to perform preparatory activities such as stretching, bending, and squatting; otherwise, it is easy to cause sprains, bruises, fractures, etc. Practicing Tai Chi places a significant static load on the lower limbs, with the burden on the ankles, knees, and surrounding ligaments being particularly heavy, often several times … Read more
Main Methods of Tai Chi Include: Peng (Ward Off), Lu (Roll Back), Ji (Press), An (Push), Cai (Pluck), Ba (Split), Zhou (Elbow), Kao (Shoulder), Fen (Divide), Yun (Cloud), Tui (Push), Lou (Pull), etc. These techniques, along with Zai (Plum Blossom), Ban (Move), Lan (Intercept), Pie (Flick), Da (Hit) and leg techniques like Deng (Kick), Fen … Read more