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ReviewsExcellent Resource! Five Stars! This book is a fount of information! It not only includes how to perform the moves but the history of Chinese martial arts itself. I learned so much while reading it.It provides a comprehensive look at the art of Tai Chi Chuan, its history, and the theory and practices behind it. Towards the end there are pictures that show the movements of this martial art and, again, explain in great detail how and why to perform them in such a way - as well as the many ways they can be modified to different results.All in all, I'm very glad I have this book - it's beautifully put together with a lot of information. Tai Chi Chuan contains 402 pages, so there's a LOT of history, information, and practice here. A good addition for anyone looking to not only learn this discipline, but learn more about Chinese martial arts in general and Tai Chi Chuan in specific., "Excellent Resource! Five Stars! This book is a fount of information! It not only includes how to perform the moves but the history of Chinese martial arts itself. I learned so much while reading it.It provides a comprehensive look at the art of Tai Chi Chuan, its history, and the theory and practices behind it. Towards the end there are pictures that show the movements of this martial art and, again, explain in great detail how and why to perform them in such a way e" as well as the many ways they can be modified to different results.eAll in all, I'm very glad I have this book e" it's beautifully put together with a lot of information. Tai Chi Chuan contains 402 pages, so there's a LOT of history, information, and practice here. A good addition for anyone looking to not only learn this discipline, but learn more about Chinese martial arts in general and Tai Chi Chuan in specific."
Dewey Decimal613.7/148
Table Of ContentForeword Preface Chapter 1. General Introduction 1-1. Introduction 1-2. Common Knowledge of Chinese Martial Arts 1-3. General History of Taijiquan 1-4. History of Yang Style Taijiquan 1-5. Taijiquan and Health 1-6. What is Taijiquan? 1-7. Contents of Yang Style Taijiquan Practice 1-8. How Do You Learn Taijiquan? 1-9. Becoming a Proficient Taijiquan Artist Chapter 2. Qi, Qigong, and Taijiquan 2-1. Introduction 2-2. Qi, Qigong, and Man 2-3. Categories of Qigong 2-4. Qigong Training Theory 2-5. Qigong and Taijiquan Chapter 3. Taijiquan Thirteen Postures (Eight Doors and Five Steppings) 3-1. Introduction 3-2. Eight Doors 3-3. Five Steppings Chapter 4. Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan 4-1. Introduction 4-2. How to Practice Taijiquan Sequence 4-3. Postures and Taijiquan 4-4. Fundamental Eight Stances 4-5. Taiji Qigong 4-6. Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Chapter 5. Conclusion Appendix A. Names of Traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Movements Appendix B. Translation and Glossary of Chinese Terms Appendix C. Taijiquan Classical Yang Style DVD Index About the Author
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisTaijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) is a slow and relaxed moving meditation. It is also a sophisticated martial arts system. Through practicing Taijiquan, you are able to calm down the mind, locate your spiritual center, and consequently find your entire being. From the relaxed moving exercise, you can bring your physical body into an ultimate level of relaxation and natural ease, resulting in smooth Qi (inner energy) and blood circulation. This is a key to maintaining health and recovering from sickness. This book is an in-depth guide for beginners to learn Taijiquan properly. It offers a general plan for practicing Taijiquan, and then goes into great depth to present enough content for proper learning: You will learn: What Taijiquan is How to practice The history of Taijiquan Taijiquan postures About Qi, Qigong, and man Fundamental stances Categories of Qigong Warm-up and get loose exercises Taiji qigong Qigong training theory Qigong and Taijiquan Taijiquan thirteen postures (eight doors and five stepping) The traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Long Form step-by-step This REVISED EDITION has a new easy-to-follow layout, each movement presented in a series of large photographs with clear same-page instructions for each Taiji posture. This book is sure to advance your practice and save you much time and energy., IP's Living Now Award GOLD WINNER - 2011 eLit Award GOLD WINNER - 2011 Eric Hoffer Award FINALIST - 2011 USA Best Book Award FINALIST - 2011 Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) is a slow and relaxed moving meditation. It is also a sophisticated martial arts system. Through practicing Taijiquan, you are able to calm down the mind, locate your spiritual center, and consequently find your entire being. From the relaxed moving exercise, you can bring your physical body into an ultimate level of relaxation and natural ease, resulting in smooth Qi (inner energy) and blood circulation. This is a key to maintaining health and recovering from sickness. This book is an in-depth guide for beginners to learn Taijiquan properly. It offers a general plan for practicing Taijiquan, and then goes into great depth to present enough content for proper learning. You will learn: - What Taijiquan is - How to practice- The history of Taijiquan- Taijiquan postures- About Qi and Qigong- Main Fundamental stances- Categories of Qigong- Taiji qigong- Qigong training theory- Qigong and Taijiquan- Taijiquan thirteen postures (eight doors and five stepping)- The traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Long Form This REVISED EDITION has a new easy-to-follow layout, each movement presented in a series of large photographs with clear same-page instructions for each Taiji posture. This book is sure to advance your practice and save you much time and energy., This book is an in-depth guide for learning Tai Chi Chuan. Tai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) is a both a relaxed moving meditation and a sophisticated martial arts system. Unique to any other form of exercise, it trains the body (movement), the mind (meditation) and the spirit (confidence). Through practicing Tai Chi Chuan, you are able to calm down the mind, locate your spiritual center, and consequently find your entire being. From these relaxed moving exercise, you can bring your physical body into an ultimate level of relaxation and natural ease, resulting in smooth Qi (inner energy) and blood circulation. This is a key to maintaining health and recovering from sickness. This book is an in-depth guide to learn Tai Chi Chuan properly. It offers a general plan for practicing, and goes into great depth, presenting enough content for many years proper learning: You will learn: What Tai Chi Chuan is How to practice The history of Tai Chi Chuan Tai Chi Chuan postures About Qi, Qigong, and man Fundamental stances Categories of Qigong Warm-up and get loose exercises Tai Chi Qigong Qigong training theory Qigong and Tai Chi Chuan Tai Chi Chuan thirteen postures (eight doors and five stepping) The traditional Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan Long Form step-by-step This edition includes an easy-to-follow layout. Each technique is presented in four to six large photographs with detailed instructions on how to perform the movements. Motion arrows are used on the photographs to help you execute the movements correctly., A beginner's tai chi book. It offers a history of Tai Chi, fundamental training routines, and guidance on incorporating important energy work (Qigong) into your Tai Chi practice., Best Books Award Finalist - USA Book NewsGold Winner - Living Now Book AwardsWinner - Eric Hoffer AwardWinner - eLit Award Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) is a slow and relaxed moving meditation. It is also a sophisticated martial arts system. Through practicing Taijiquan, you are able to calm down the mind, locate your spiritual center, and consequently find your entire being. From the relaxed moving exercise, you can bring your physical body into an ultimate level of relaxation and natural ease, resulting in smooth Qi (inner energy) and blood circulation. This is a key to maintaining health and recovering from sickness. This book is an in-depth guide for beginners to learn Taijiquan properly. It offers a general plan for practicing Taijiquan, and then goes into great depth to present enough content for proper learning. You will learn: What Taijiquan is How to practiceThe history of TaijiquanTaijiquan posturesAbout Qi and QigongMain Fundamental stancesCategories of QigongTaiji qigongQigong training theoryQigong and TaijiquanTaijiquan thirteen postures (eight doors and five stepping)The traditional Yang Style Taijiquan Long Form This REVISED EDITION has a new easy-to-follow layout, each movement presented in a series of large photographs with clear same-page instructions for each Taiji posture. This book is sure to advance your practice and save you much time and energy.