Handbook of T'ai Chi Ch'uan Exercises
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| Rating | : | 4.82 (655 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0877288917 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-07-08 |
| Language | : | English |
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"Really great little book" according to magellan. I agree with one of the previous writers that this really is an undiscovered little gem of a book. It has some great advice that is hardly to be found in other books. For example, it has a very simple mnemonic on how to remember when you're supposed to be breathing in vs. breathing out--considered a more advanced way of doing the form, but if you read this passage you'll know it for good. Also, very cool, detailed footwork diagrams showing angle and direction both for the short and the long form. And rarely seen advice pointing out that one can be double- weighted in two ways--you can be double-weighted youself, but also you can be. A Work of Art star_dingo747 In all honesty I am tempted to purchase another copy of this book in case something bad happens to the copy I currently own. Yes I liked it that much, and yes I think it has that much value. As far as the deeper aspects of Tai Chi you should look elsewhere but, I have yet to see a book that is better than this when it comes to describing the Tai Chi movement. The only thing better than this book is watching someone demonstrate the form. If you want a book to help you memorize all the moves to supplement what your master teaches you, I highly recomend this. It is important to cultivate Qi energy I know, but it is just as important t. The overall best Yang Tai Chi book that I have read A Customer This book is the best overall Yang Tai Chi book I have read for a variety of reasons. One: It contains a plethora of drawings to go with each portion of the forms. Even though photos normally look better, a good drawing can more easily show exactly how the movement should be carried out. These drawing are very good, they include movement arrows so that you can see the intended direction of movement to get to the position of the next drawing. In addition, at the end of each complete form is a diagram showing the relative positions of the feet through out the form. Second: It contains alot of information. This book covers the Yang si
Two charts are included to show the foot position and body orientation for both the Short and long Forms. Zhang Fuxing's Handbook Of T'ai Chi Ch'uan Exercises incorporates all three forms derived from the Yang style: Short Form, Long Form, and Push Hands. T'ai Chi Ch'uan also increases the immune function, prevents illness, slows the aging process, and prolongs life. It strengthens joints and builds flexibility while improving physical, mental and emotional health. T'ai Chi Ch'uan can improve circulation, digestion, coordination. Along with more than 600 illustrations, Zhang provides easy-to-understand descriptions of the postures and movements used in each form. -- Midwest Book Review. It can h
Written for people who want to feel better, these easy-on-the-body movements bring increased health and freedom from stress. Incorporates all three forms of T'ai Chi Ch'uan Exercises derived from the Yang style -the Short Form, Long Form, and Push Hands. An easy way to maintain health and alleviate stress. Zhang provides easy-to-understand descriptions of the postures and movements used in each of the three forms, and outlines key points of general practice. Index.