This title may lead many to believe that I am denying the fitness benefits of Tai Chi! But you are mistaken! I not only believe that Tai Chi can promote health and fitness, but it also possesses unique health benefits that distinguish it from other forms of exercise! What I want to discuss is whether … Read more
Introduction to Neijiaquan (Tai Chi) Tai Chi is the largest martial art in the world and a representative of Chinese martial arts. It is one of the three major internal martial arts in China (Tai Chi, Xing Yi, and Bagua). It serves as a carrier and symbol of traditional Chinese culture, interpreting and expressing traditional … Read more
1. Mr. Yang Chengfu——”Tai Chi Chuan is the art of softness containing hardness, with needles hidden in cotton. The postures should be upright and complete, calm and relaxed, with movements light, agile, and round, purely guided by the spirit.”“2. Mr. Cheng Man-ch’ing——”Absorb the energy of heaven, connect with the power of the earth, and extend … Read more
1. Do Not Use Unnecessary Force: Generally, Tai Chi practitioners explain that unnecessary force refers to the clumsy strength that ordinary people possess, known as zhuo li (clumsy force) – this is not true strength (or nei jin – internal strength). The existence of clumsy force hinders the generation of true strength, so it is … Read more
Upon seeing this title, many may think I am denying the health benefits of Tai Chi! But you are mistaken! I not only believe that Tai Chi can promote health and fitness, but it also possesses unique health benefits that distinguish it from other forms of exercise! What I want to discuss is whether the … Read more
The Essence of Tai ChiFollowing Nature’s Way The saying goes: “Tai Chi is fundamentally natural; human intention should not be forced.” Nature is the lifeline of Tai Chi. The great outdoors is the source of human survival. “The Dao follows nature”; only by acting in accordance with natural laws can one learn and practice Tai … Read more
Tai Chi culture is an ancient Chinese culture that permeates various cultural fields and phenomena. Due to the universality of Tai Chi, its essence can infiltrate various cultural domains and phenomena, allowing us to feel its omnipresence and omnipotence; however, this does not imply that everything can be called Tai Chi, as each phenomenon has … Read more
Chen Zhaokui, a master of Chen-style Tai Chi, once said, “The essence of Tai Chi is martial arts; every movement of the hands and feet has its purpose. The hand shapes cannot resemble a five-fingered fork nor the orchid hand of Du Jinfang. Different hand shapes are used according to different applications. The palm techniques … 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
Practicing Tai Chi, though its essence is extremely simple, requires a lifetime of dedication. Mastering it leads to a profound state of being.Tai Chi, when first learned, is the same set of movements; after gaining a certain level of skill, it remains the same set; ultimately, even in the realm of the divine, it is … Read more