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
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
1. Calmness and IntentThe most important principle in practicing Tai Chi Chuan is “calmness and intent,” which runs through the entire process of practicing. This means that during practice, the mind should be focused, using consciousness to continuously guide movements, flexibly changing them so that every action has a certain direction, avoiding chaotic movements, aimless … Read more
First, Practice Calmness Do not be overly excited; keep your mind clear and relaxed as if preparing to rest. Adjust your posture correctly and roughly go through the major points once or twice—it’s okay if you don’t get it perfect. Just avoid slouching, puffing your chest, or leaning forward or backward. Some friends wish to … Read more
1. Practicing Tai Chi often does not yield immediate fitness results, similar to activities like walking or hiking, but this is a misconception. The reasons for this perception are twofold: Firstly, the practice time is insufficient, meaning the exercise volume is inadequate. If one only practices the simplified Tai Chi three times a day, taking … Read more
Tai Chi is an excellent method for health maintenance. As people’s awareness of health improves, many have joined the ranks of Tai Chi practitioners. So how can one practice Tai Chi effectively? Are your methods of practicing Tai Chi correct? Five Essential Points that must be understood when practicing Tai Chi First: Grasp the Core … Read more
It is well known that Tai Chi (太极拳) promotes health, fitness, and self-defense, making it one of the best exercises for longevity. However, with every good comes a bad; many people blindly pursue rigorous training in Tai Chi, which not only fails to improve their skills but also leads to injuries and even chronic ailments, … 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
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