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Author : Angus Clark
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780760726488
Total Pages : 196 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (264 download)
Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Guide to Tai Chi written by Angus Clark and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Angus Clark
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781435126367
Total Pages : 287 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (263 download)
Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Guide to Tai Chi written by Angus Clark and published by . This book was released on 2010 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide contains step-by-step, color photos of the Tai Chi sequence of movements and offers a complete program that will open the door for beginners and deepen the experience of current practitioners.
Author : Angus Clark
Publisher : HarperElement
ISBN 13 : 9780007131129
Total Pages : 192 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (311 download)
Download or read book The Complete Illustrated Guide to Tai Chi written by Angus Clark and published by HarperElement. This book was released on 2002-02 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tai Chi is a movement practice firmly rooted in Chinese culture and philosophy. This is an informative and practical guide to the life-enhancing practice of the short form of Tai Chi. Extensively researched and clearly explained this comprehensive guide includes: the history, origins and philosophy of Tai Chi; basic principles - movement and the body; life energies - meridians and the seven major chakras; mind, movement and focus; a step-by-step guide to the complete movement sequence; and other important aspects of the art of Tai Chi.
Author : Wong Kiew Kit
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462923534
Total Pages : 340 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)
Download or read book The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan written by Wong Kiew Kit and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2022-07-19 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the ancient Chinese art of Tai Chi Chuan with this informative guide. One of the most popular Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi Chuan is also one of the most effective stress relievers available. In China, it is also used extensively for the prevention and treatment of illnesses, and its beneficial effects on health and fitness are now widely recognized in the West. The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan is a comprehensive and fascinating guide to the practical application and potential benefits of Tai Chi Chuan. This tai chi guide is packed with step-by-step illustrations for practice at home and covers everything you would want to know about this ancient art, including its benefits for mental, spiritual and emotional development. It is both an ideal introductory guide and an invaluable reminder for those who have already taken classes. Topics in The Complete Book of Tai Chi Chuan include: Tai Chi Chuan as a Martial Art The Concept of Yin-Yang and Tai Chi Chuan The Historical Development of the Various Styles Advice from the Great Masters Techniques and Skills of Pushing Hands Specific Techniques for Combat Situations Taoism and Spiritual Development in Tai Chi Chuan And much more
Author : Dan Docherty
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781770854109
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (541 download)
Download or read book The Tai Chi Bible written by Dan Docherty and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical guide to Tai Chi Chuan, the most common of Tai Chi techniques. In The Tai Chi Bible, Dan Docherty explains the form of Tai Chi Chuan with reference to the Ming dynasty book, The Tai-Chi Boxing Chronicle, the text left behind by the Orthodox Masters who developed the Tai Chi system. Suitable for people of all ages, Tai Chi requires little or no special equipment and can be practiced indoors or out, earning it an enthusiastic reception worldwide. It can help people improve their physical health, equip them with skills in personal defense, and sharpen their powers of meditation. The Tai Chi Bible gives down-to-earth advice and provides enough detail that beginners can try Tai Chi for themselves and benefit from practicing the postures. Experienced students and teachers will gain greater insight into their regular practice. For the greatest benefit for all students, the book includes information not readily available elsewhere, such as the Traditional Tai Chi Chuan Syllabus and the five Tai Chi Chuan Classics, which govern the practice of all styles of Tai Chi. He also references Chinese myth and legend. Features include: All forms and techniques demonstrated in color sequence photographs Pushing hands, hand forms and major form techniques Inner form techniques ("every movement has its function") Weapons Expert practice tips Romanized Chinese names and terminology Tai Chi's development as a Chinese martial art Tales of Tai Chi masters from the past. The Tai Chi Bible's down-to-earth advice will be of use to the novice and adept alike. Its compact size makes it an excellent portable guide.
Author : Angus Clark
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
ISBN 13 : 0007379889
Total Pages : 144 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (73 download)
Download or read book Tai Chi: A practical approach to the ancient Chinese movement for health and well-being (The Illustrated Elements of...) written by Angus Clark and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2012-09-20 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical approach to the ancient Chinese movement for health and well-being.
Author : Angus Clark
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
ISBN 13 : 0007133863
Total Pages : 148 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (71 download)
Download or read book Illustrated Elements of Tai Chi written by Angus Clark and published by HarperCollins UK. This book was released on 2002 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Extensively researched and clearly explained this comprehensive, full-color guide includes the history, origins and philosophy of Tai Chi, a step-by-step guide to the complete movement sequence, and Tai Chi for life, health and leisure. Illustrations.
Author : Pixiang Qiu
Publisher : Human Kinetics
ISBN 13 : 1492581518
Total Pages : 792 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (925 download)
Download or read book Tai Chi Illustrated written by Pixiang Qiu and published by Human Kinetics. This book was released on 2012-10-25 with total page 792 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Increase muscle strength, improve flexibility, and reduce pain and stiffness. Each year, millions of people worldwide discover the incredible physical and mental benefits of tai chi. Now, with Tai Chi Illustrated, you can, too. Internationally renowned instructor Master Pixiang Qiu and mind–body exercise expert Weimo Zhu demonstrate the most effective forms for harnessing the healing power of chi, or energy. Follow their lead and improve balance and coordination, relieve stress, and reduce pain and muscle stiffness. Tai Chi Illustrated is a step-by-step guide complete with detailed instructions and full-color photo sequences for the basic movements and popular forms, such as Grasp Sparrow’s Tail and Part the Wild Horse’s Mane. You will connect the forms to follow the yang-style sample routines, or create your own to address your health and fitness needs. Whether you are completely new to tai chi or have practiced for years, Tai Chi Illustrated will you be your guide to the path of better health and self-awareness.
Author : Andrew Townsend
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
ISBN 13 : 9781514250488
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (54 download)
Download or read book Tai Chi Essentials written by Andrew Townsend and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2015-07-30 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a complete guide for anyone who practices the Simplified 24 Tai Chi Form. Unlike other, more general books on the subject of Tai Chi, this book is written specifically for the millions of individuals who regularly practice this universal Form. Written by an author with over twenty-five years of experience in the art of Tai Chi and more than ten years of experience teaching the Simplified 24 Form, Tai Chi Essentials- The Simplified 24 Form is comprehensive in its coverage and precise in the detailed descriptions and numerous photographs depicting each posture in the Form."As a Tai Chi player for 12 years, I found Tai Chi Essentials - The Simplified 24 Form, to be purposefully written. This book covers the 24 Form in a concise manner, while answering many of the questions that arise when learning Tai Chi. I will use it regularly in teaching and learning." -Theresa Chase, White Tortoise Qi Gong & Tai Chi"An invaluable resource for those in the early stages of the practice of Tai Chi. Clear, concise and thoughtfully written, Andrew Townsend conveys his vast knowledge of this ancient art in a manner that accelerates learning and promotes an understanding of its origins."-Dr. Zelda Zeleski, Ed.D."This book is a treasure trove of information. Written with a historian's eye for detail, it is accessible (and useful!) to beginners, while offering substance that more advanced practitioners will appreciate. Among the many books that have been written on tai chi, this volume stands out."-Damian Bonazolli, Jd
Author : Waysun Liao
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 0834845369
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (348 download)
Download or read book T'ai Chi Classics written by Waysun Liao and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2023-11-21 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An essential guide for T’ai Chi practitioners of all skill levels—with an overview of basic principles and commentary on three classic internal martial arts texts According to Master Liao, the great power of T’ai Chi cannot be realized without knowing its inner meaning. T’ai Chi Classics presents the inner meaning and techniques of T’ai Chi movements through translations of three core classics of T’ai Chi, often considered the “T’ai Chi Bible”. Divided into three chapters, the guide explains how to increase inner energy (ch’i), transform it into inner power (jing), and project this inner power outward to repel an opponent without physical contact. Master Liao also provides a description of the entire sequence of T’ai Chi movements, illustrated by his own line drawings.
Author : Peter Wayne
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 1590309421
Total Pages : 353 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (93 download)
Download or read book The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi written by Peter Wayne and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2013-04-09 with total page 353 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A longtime teacher and Harvard researcher presents the latest science on the benefits of T’ai Chi as well as a practical daily program for practitioners of all ages Conventional medical science on the Chinese art of T’ai Chi now shows what T’ai Chi masters have known for centuries: regular practice leads to more vigor and flexibility, better balance and mobility, and a sense of well-being. Cutting-edge research from Harvard Medical School also supports the long-standing claims that T’ai Chi also has a beneficial impact on the health of the heart, bones, nerves and muscles, immune system, and the mind. This research provides fascinating insight into the underlying physiological mechanisms that explain how T’ai Chi actually works. Dr. Peter M. Wayne, a longtime T’ai Chi teacher and a researcher at Harvard Medical School, developed and tested protocols similar to the simplified program he includes in this book, which is suited to people of all ages, and can be done in just a few minutes a day. This book includes: • The basic program, illustrated by more than 50 photographs • Practical tips for integrating T’ai Chi into everyday activities • An introduction to the traditional principles of T’ai Chi • Up-to-date summaries of the research on the health benefits of T’ai Chi • How T’ai Chi can enhance work productivity, creativity, and sports performance • And much more
Author : Alfred Huang
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462903460
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)
Download or read book Complete Tai-Chi written by Alfred Huang and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Today people around the world are discovering the benefits of Tai-chi, an ancient Chinese system of exercise based on calm, graceful movements that condition the body from the inside out. With benefits like reduced stress and anxiety, plus improved flexibility and concentration, Tai-chi has become the ultimate form of exercise for relaxing and strengthening both body and spirit. Master Huang's Complete Tai-chi is the definitive introduction to the Condensed Form of Wu-style Tai-chi, a form that has gained enormous popularity as a healing exercise because it stresses the development of internal energy for self-healing. The 36 postures of this style are beautiful in their simplicity and completely safe, regardless of one's age or physical condition. Included in this book are a detailed guide to the 36 postures (with more than 250 illustrative photographs), a historical overview of Tai-chi, and translations of classic works by Tai-chi masters. The demands of Tai-chi are small, but the rewards are great. A few minutes each day and a bit of open space are all one needs to find a new path to youthfulness and longevity, and at the same time reach the peak of physical and emotional well-being.
Author : Graham Bryant
Publisher : Penton Overseas, Inc
ISBN 13 : 9781741213539
Total Pages : 72 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (135 download)
Download or read book Simply Tai Chi written by Graham Bryant and published by Penton Overseas, Inc. This book was released on 2004-03 with total page 72 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tai Chi is an ancient meditative form of exercise that began in China as a martial art. It has developed over the centuries and today it is practised by millions of people around the world to improve and maintain their health. It is easily recognised by its graceful and captivating movements. With a detailed introduction to the movements that make up the traditional form and more than 100 full-colour photographs, Simply Tai Chi guides beginners step-by-step through the routine. Tai Chi is more than just an exercise -- it represents a way of life. It will help you improve your physical fitness and gain more energy whilst remaining calm and relaxed inside. Book jacket.
Author : Sean X. Cai
Publisher : Williams Custom Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781893435070
Total Pages : 189 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (35 download)
Download or read book The Martial Arts written by Sean X. Cai and published by Williams Custom Publishing. This book was released on 1999-01-01 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Cheng Man-Ch'ing
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462901581
Total Pages : 129 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)
Download or read book T'ai Chi written by Cheng Man-Ch'ing and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2011-12-20 with total page 129 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Master the Chinese martial art of T'ai Chi with this accessible, illustrated guide. T'ai-chi (Tai Chi) is an effortless and rhythmical art that stresses slow breathing, balanced and relaxed postures, and absolute calmness of mind. It requires no special equipment or place to practice and takes no more than ten minutes a day. This book, from renowned Tai Chi master, Cheng Man-Ch'ing, introduces T'ai-chi as a means to a healthier life, as a sport and as a method of self-defense. It is a complete step-by-step manual for the beginner. With conscientious practice, readers will master the sequence of thirty-seven postures that will make up the T'ai-chi solo exercise. Students will learn how to progress from exercise to sport to self-defense with maximum efficiency. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and more than 275 photographs and 122 foot-weighting diagrams guarantee an understanding of the correct form. A history of T'ai-chi, including thumbnail sketches of famous masters, and the first English translation of the basic T'ai-chi document, known as the T'ai-chi Ch'uan Classics, are also included.
Author : Walter Lorini
Publisher : Enslow Publishing, LLC
ISBN 13 : 0766085376
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (66 download)
Download or read book A Complete Guide to Tai Chi written by Walter Lorini and published by Enslow Publishing, LLC. This book was released on 2017-07-15 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Readers are introduced to the action-packed and fascinating world of tai chi. This book provides a history of the discipline as well as information on any necessary equipment, warm-up exercises to prevent injury, and details on the different forms. Step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs help readers learn the positions and fundamental techniques. Formal exercises encourage students to practice what they have learned, keep track of personal progress, and improve their mastery of the discipline. The book also includes a glossary, a further reading section with books and websites, and an index.
Author : Ronnie Robinson
Publisher : Duncan Baird Publishers
ISBN 13 : 9781844837236
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (372 download)
Download or read book Total Tai Chi written by Ronnie Robinson and published by Duncan Baird Publishers. This book was released on 2008-12-31 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Total Tai Chi" is a step-by-step guide to this perennially popular practice, which is accessible to all ages and levels of fitness. The book begins with the history and philosophy of tai chi, explaining key principles and modern interpretations of the ancient art. The core of the book consists of over 200 simple moves, each with a specially commissioned photograph, to guide readers through the popular Short Yang Form in its entirety. Author Ronnie Robinson also describes the proper breathing and mental focus required to keep "chi" (internal energy) moving smoothly through the body.
