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T'ai chi has been described as "meditation in movement." Although it is a martial art, the movements are practiced in a steady and controlled manner - it is often likened to "steel wrapped in cotton" - making it an ideal exercise for anyone, regardless of sex, age or health. This guide emphasizes the unique health-giving and therapeutic properties of this ancient healing art. Combining slow, graceful movement with calm, regular breathing, t'ai chi helps to relieve stress, develop coordination, and tone the body. This fully illustrated handbook, perfect for newcomers and the more experienced practitioner alike, provides clear, step-by-step photographs and easy-to-follow text to guide the reader through the fluid, harmonious movements of yang style t'ai chi, the most popular form practiced today of this ancient discipline. Important t'ai chi elements, including breathing, focus, visualization, and the flow of chi are considered in the context of each movement, together with an explanation of the key benefits to the mind and body. Although highly physical, t'ai chi places far less strain on the body than most other exercises. The author uses his many years' teaching experience to offer variations on each of the movements, allowing them to be adapted to suit individual readers. With one full movement on each spread and a unique spiral stand-up format, it is easy for readers to follow the movements without pausing or breaking their concentration - a perfect practice manual. - Guidance on achieving physical and mental health and wellbeing through t'ai chi - The vital components explained: breathing, focus, visualization, and the flow of chi - Clear outlines of the major health benefits of each movement, together with hints on how to maximize these benefits - Encourages deep, relaxed breathing, helps to reduce stress and tension, and encourages mental alertness and vitality - Helps to stretch tendons and ligaments, strengthen the muscles, and tone the body. - A stand-up spiral format, designed for hands-free use - Step-by-step photographic sequence for each movement - Safety guidance and variations included with each posture - Appendix of photographs of the entire Form on a single spread for "at-a-glance" reference.
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