The “Tai Chi Chuan Classics” states: “If one does not understand the principles of Yin and Yang in practicing Tai Chi, all efforts will be in vain.” This highlights the deep understanding ancient martial artists had regarding the importance of Yin and Yang in Tai Chi practice. It is often said that the concept of … Read more
Therapeutic QuoteThe mind in chaos breeds a hundred diseases; a calm mind brings an end to all ailments.—— “Hygiene Treasure” In Tai Chi, there is always a relationship of yin (阴) and yang (阳), with concepts of emptiness (虚) and fullness (实) present everywhere. Understanding emptiness and fullness allows one to know oneself and the … Read more
In the theory of Chen Xin, it is stated: “Opening and closing, void and solid, are the essence of boxing; ‘one opens and one closes, there are changes and constants, both void and solid are present, sometimes appearing and sometimes hiding’; ‘there is closing within opening, and opening within closing’; ‘there is void within solid, … Read more
The concept of “Yin and Yang” in Tai Chi is a crucial element in the practice of Tai Chi: all movements revolve around the body’s center of gravity, continuously adjusting through flexion and extension, and the transformation of “Yin and Yang” to maintain a state of balance—true equilibrium—ensuring one remains invincible! Many practitioners of Tai … Read more