Description
Book SynopsisTai Chi Qigong is the essence of Tai Chi Chuan.
Gently conditioning your body and building an abundance of Qi are the requirements for long lasting health and a solid foundation for Tai chi practice.
Tai chi chuan is an internal martial art that uses soft/round movements to redirect an opponent's incoming force.
Qigong exercises are an internal method of increasing and circulating your body's energy (qi).
This book teaches tai chi qigong exercises that are extremely useful for improving your tai chi skills and overall health.
IF YOU ALREADY KNOW A TAI CHI FORM, here are some ways that you will use tai chi qigong to reach new levels of skill and ability.
- To feel qi
- To regulate body, breathing, and intention
- To learn how to use intention to lead qi
- To learn how to circulate qi
- To learn how to expand qi
- To learn how to use qi to energize muscles
- Accelerates the health benefits of tai chi
IF YOU DON'T KNOW TAI CHI, but want to benefit from qigong exercises, here are some ways tai chi qigong can help you.
- The exercises are short and easy to learn
- They help reduces stress
- They loosens muscles and joints
- They stimulates qi flow
- They can help develop a strong immune system
- They sharpen concentration
- They build a deeper awareness of breath and body coordination
This edition includes an easy-to-follow layout. Each technique is presented in two to four large photographs and clear instructions, followed by a discussion of how the movements aid in improving Tai Chi practice.
Motion arrows are used on the photographs to help you execute the movements correctly.
Table of ContentsForeword
Preface
Chapter 1: General Introduction
1.1 Introduction
1.2 The Definition of Qi and Qigong
1.3 A Brief History of Qigong
1.4 Categories of Qigong
1.5 A Brief History of Taijiquan
1.6 Qigong Theory
1.7 General Concepts of Qigong Training
1.8 Taijiquan and Qigong
1.9 How to Use This Book 36 References
Chapter 2: The Root of Taijiquan—Yin and Yang
2.1 The Concept of Yin and Yang, Kan and Li
2.2 Yin and Yang in Taijiquan
Chapter 3: Taiji Qigong
3.1 General Training Concepts
3.2 Fundamental Training Principles
3.3 Warm-up Qigong
3.4 Still Taiji Qigong
3.5 Moving Taiji Qigong 86 References
Conclusion
Acknowledgments
Glossary and Translation of Chinese Terms
About the Author
Index
