It Is Never Late to Remain Fit with Senior Exercises
Adult Fitness Program from “Impower Age”
Many people in advanced ages have wrong conception that they cannot get involved in exercising for remaining fit. “Impower Age” thinks otherwise.
If you are 50+ and worried about remaining fighting fit; you need not lose heart because it is never too late to be fit. Exclusive fitness guide offered by “Impower Age” will help you address any problem relating to advance age fitness.
Elderly Exercise
How “Impower Age” does aim to achieve this feat?
Of course it is true that feats that could be easy and achievable at 20 are not so for anyone who is 50+. Yet the comprehensive and easy to follow guide book provided by us will help all adult people irrespective of their current status achieve the allusive fitness they are looking for.
Everything is explained thoroughly and represented with images.
Every exercise in the guide book is explained thoroughly and supported with pictures depicting various stances. Best part of it is that all the exercises are tailor made for the physical conditions common in advanced ages.
It is comprehensive and not partial guide.
Unlike most other guides and workout plans available in the market, the one offered by “Impower Age” is comprehensive covering everything from warm-up through cooling-down. You will get all the correct tips and tricks that help you maintain perfect balance preventing injuries due to loss of balance and fall.
Senior Exercises
We offer special Guidance for pre-existing conditions.
Many elderly people could be subject to pre-existing conditions like diabetes, arthritis, and high blood pressure. For such people we offer special guidance in our guide book that makes exercising easier and very fruitful for them reducing the effects of such diseases on their anatomy.
No specific pre-existing fitness level is necessary.
Exercising programs and plans in the guide book offered by “Impower Age” have been formed in such manner that it is ideal for all fitness levels. That means you do not need any special pre-existing fitness level that are mandatory for various other programs in the market. Even if you have never exercised in life, this is the guide book meant for you. In true sense, it is an all purpose exercising guide book applicable to all people in advanced ages, irrespective of their gender, and other differences.
Senior Fitness
It offers great flexibility and scope for customization.
If you are a beginner, there is nothing to worry about it. Every exercise prescribed in the guide book can be modified conveniently for the beginner, intermediate, or even the advanced athletes. You can start with the lighter and easier exercises and as you grow stronger, you can migrate to more difficult ones gradually. It is like passing through stages.
Why is it safe and highly recommended?
This obviously is one of the questions that will come to the prospective user’s mind. It is natural in advanced ages to be doubtful about the possible effects of any stress or strain on the physique. You will have peace of mind by learning that the exercise programs have been written by a doctor and personal trainer exclusively for older adults.
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Basic Tai Chi Chuan Moves : Cloud Hands Blocks in Tai Chi
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We invite you to join Dr Lam on your journey to better health and well being. Become a student in his class in the comfort of your home as he guides you trhough each seated Tai Chi movement step-by-step.
This modified seated version of Tai Chi for Arthritis can be enjoyed by anyone wishing to practice Tai Chi sitting down. People with almost any chronic condition can learn to improve their health and mobility. This safe easy-to-learn program relieves pain and improves health and quality of life.
Health Professionals and carers using this program with people with disabilities can share quality time with them while improving their own health. It is suitable for people who are either unable to walk or are required to be seated, e.g. while in flight.
Dr Lam teaches this program as though you are participating in his class, demonstrating each movement step-by-step. Dr Lam goes through each lesson with you and explains how to incorporate the tai chi principles into your practice and daily life.
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Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis, Disabled
Six lessons with Dr Paul Lam
Duration: 85 mins.
We invite you to join Dr Lam on your journey to better health and well being. Become a student in his class in the comfort of your home as he guides you trhough each seated Tai Chi movement step-by-step.
This modified seated version of Tai Chi for Arthritis can be enjoyed by anyone wishing to practice Tai Chi sitting down. People with almost any chronic condition can learn to improve their health and mobility. This safe easy-to-learn program relieves pain and improves health and quality of life.
Health Professionals and carers using this program with people with disabilities can share quality time with them while improving their own health. It is suitable for people who are either unable to walk or are required to be seated, e.g. while in flight.
Dr Lam teaches this program as though you are participating in his class, demonstrating each movement step-by-step. Dr Lam goes through each lesson with you and explains how to incorporate the tai chi principles into your practice and daily life.
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Rooting is everything. It is both base and foundation. It is one of the most important things in life. A good building must have a strong and firm base. A successful company needs a superior foundation. A healthy plant requires a healthy root. To achieve peaceful, flowing Tai Chi Chuan movements, we must have a steady firm root.
Relaxation is the ultimate goal in Tai Chi Chuan
Relaxation is the ultimate goal for all Tai Chi Chuan players. Soft, slow, gently flowing movements require a strong and firm base in the foot. Once the foot is strong and firm, the other parts of the body can move freely and stay relaxed.
When the foot is rooted, the big toe, the inner part of the ball of the foot, and the heel are connected to the ground. These three points grip the ground like three nails penetrating into the ground. I call them The Three Nails. They are properly aligned with the weight-bearing center of the upper body. They are very active and play a crucial role for major physical movements in our life. As we walk, they propel the un-rooted foot forward to make a step; if we want to turn, they spin us in a new direction. They help us serve a cup of coffee or tea. They even help our fingers turn a door key.
These three nails play different roles. The big toe is like a trim-tab on a rudder—it leads the actions. In Chinese medical charts there is a little brain that appears on the big toe of the foot. I call it the brain nail. The ball of the foot provides power, and I call it the energy nail. The heel is like an anchor, and I call it the anchor nail. The anchor nail serves to hold the entire body weight—it stabilizes your structure. It also controls your height by helping you stay on the same level when practicing Tai Chi movements.
The brain nail (the big toe) aligns with the energy nail (the ball of the foot) to assist our fingers for all physical activities. The brain nail and the energy nail are very active; I refer to them as the two active nails. They assist the martial artist in delivering punches and kicks. We need these two nails to help us to run or jump. They support Tai Chi players when energizing fingers and forming a posture. They help the fingers and hands swing a baseball bat, golf club, or tennis racket.
The slow movements of Tai Chi Chuan begin with a peaceful mind that transmits signals to The Three Nails, which in turn energize the fingers and move the palms. When the palms move, the waist follows and turns. The Three Nails of the foot are in command, not the waist. Although the waist is named in the Tai Chi Classics as being in command of the movements, it is from the external body’s viewpoint. When observing the moves of Tai Chi Chuan, one sees that the waist turns and everything follows. It is easy to overlook the true motion and not realize what is behind the moves of the waist. The activity in The Three Nails is subtle and hides under the foot. It is hard to notice, just like the little computer chip. There are almost no movements.
In the early 1960’s, my studies of body mechanics led to the idea that the thigh controls the movements, not the waist. I thought the thigh was in command at that time. In middle 1980’s, I began to realize that the thigh itself has no function for making moves or turns without the help of The Three Nails of the foot on the ground. When the foot is rooted, The Three Nails are in control and command the fingers to move the palms to form a Tai Chi Chuan posture. The waist and the body follow.
When rooting one should root on the “Bubbling Well”
A common perception within the Tai Chi Chuan community is that when rooting one should root on the “Bubbling Well.” The Bubbling Well is a single point on an important meridian that works with energy circulation. It does not control physical actions or movements.
Based on our scientific understanding that “three points determine a plane” and “three colors make all the colors,” one can draw the analogy that the three elements of the three nails will control all physical activities. The Bubbling Well point by itself does not control Tai Chi Chuan movements.
The Three Nails on the foot form a plane that produces stability under all conditions and serves all daily physical activities. Whether we are walking, dancing, golfing, or playing tennis, the three points create the necessary stability, rooting, required for the specific activity. Without the ability of The Three Nails to root firmly, these physical activities could not be performed.
Rooting has the same effect; the rooted feet using the three nails transmit the required signals that move the body into the desired position. A color television needs the controlling magnetic field in between three electron guns to create pictures on the phosphorescent screen.
The Three Nails in the foot receive signals from the series of sequential memory shapes of Tai Chi Chuan that are stored in the mind, then transmit and magnify them through the thigh and the body, and energize fingers to form a posture.
The inner parts of the thigh muscles interact with the two active nails. When the two active nails are activated, they contract these thigh muscles; this pulls the knees together and the crotch closes as the action occurs. One of the inner thigh muscles, the Vastus Medialis plays a very active role; it is considered a jumping, running muscle. I call it an action muscle. When an athlete hits the ball, whether with a baseball bat, golf club, or tennis racket, or a martial artist prepares to deliver a powerful punch, the muscle relaxes, the knees drop outward, and the crotch opens. When the action is completed, the muscle is tight, the knees are closer together, and the crotch is closed.
The slow movements of Tai Chi Chuan
The slow movements of Tai Chi Chuan begin with releasing the inner thigh muscles that help loosen the hip joints and set the crotch free. Both knees lightly drop out while the energy and body weight sinks and rolls onto the outer edges of the feet. When a posture is gradually completed, the energy and body weight rotate back to the instep of each foot. As the two active nails slowly engage and energize the muscles, the knees move closer together and the crotch closes. This pulls the lower abdomen and diaphragm downward, which results in a nice deep inhalation and keeps the torso in an upright position at the completion of Tai Chi postures.
The energy sinks, sags, and winds into the outer edge of the foot and moves into the instep of the two active nails, and then it unwinds, floats, and rises up. This is spiraling energy. When the internal energy spirals down and then spirals up, the energy flow is like a coiled spring. The dynamic of this coil spring model is that at the end of the downward coil one must coil upward, and then coil back downward again and again. The endless motion of the coil spring is the same as the balance wheel of the mainspring in a watch that continuously spins in and out, out and in, or oscillates back and forth. This maximizes the energy flow and minimizes energy consumption. The center point of the coil spring must be firmly soldered and connected to the base, like the active two nails that help one to grip into the ground. This spiral energy force optimizes the effortless energy flow in Tai Chi’s slow movements.
These hidden components of The Three Nails in the foot are firmly rooted on the ground. They are also able to energize the thigh muscles and tendons over the leg joints and provide strength and stability for the body. They serve to transmit the body weight and provide power for such common activities as walking, running, and jumping. They help the knee and ankle joints absorb the cumulative impact of those activities or hold a Tai Chi Chuan posture.
Many Tai Chi Chuan players experience knee problems as a result of over relaxing, collapsing and sinking the body. These problems will degenerate the muscles and related tendons that support the knee and ankle. This downward pressure on the body causes exhaustion. Proper rooting with the three points allows the control signal to transmit adequate muscle energy to bear the body weight on the knee joint and counterbalance gravity.
Tai Chi Chuan relaxation means “do not tense”
Tai Chi Chuan relaxation means “do not tense.” However, we must not be so relaxed that we collapse. The Tai Chi movements provide moderate energy compression in the body with a peaceful mind. It reduces the body’s tension, loosens the body’s joints, increases body flexibility, and animates our physical activities. Proper relaxation creates the vital energy (Chi) flows. It enhances the smooth transaction that turns the mental image into a wonderful Tai Chi Chuan form, which contains soft, slow, gently effortless movements.
The subtle and outstanding flowing movements of Tai Chi Chuan require a healthy and strong base foundation of The Three Nails. People are more relaxed and less worried when driving a car in the snow if they have the good traction of studded snow tires. Athletes must have shoes with good traction so they will be able to compete effectively. The track runner wearing spiked shoes will have higher performance than if he did not have spikes in his shoes. Golf players use studded shoes to have maximum traction and stability when swinging the golf club. The three points of The Three Nails are important components that provide a Tai Chi player with an excellent grip and connection to the ground.
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January is a time of rest, reflection, and restoration of the body and mind. With a year passed and a new year ahead, we find ourselves at a spiritual and physical crossroads, encouraged to take a look back at our efforts since the last January of our lives. How far have we come? How far do we have left to go? While the journey may still be long, the sense of newness and purpose breathes itself into the month – with January comes such possibility.
Still in the midst of winter, the cold and wet world around us challenges the immune system the same way the New Year challenges the mind. Our bodies and souls are strained, yet equally reaffirmed by the communal push toward health and a new commitment to one’s goals. This month, we’ll focus on relieving that strain, comforting the soul, and empowering the self to make the great changes it feels so necessary to pursue.
Rejuvenation for the Body, Mind and Soul
While reflection is important, it’s remains crucial to live in the present moment, tending to your present needs. What’s more, rejuvenating the body, mind, and soul isn’t simply a task of thought, but also a task of action. Take time this month to care for the self, acutely focusing on the needs of the physical body and how those needs strengthen or weaken the resolutions you feel within the self.
Make Intent Driven Resolutions and Commit
When considering your New Year’s Resolutions, stray from cliché or socially pressured goals. Instead, dive deep within yourself and encourage the asking of profound questions. What are big goals you want to target this next year? What are the steps you need to take for success? Why do you feel the need to accomplish these goals? It’s here, in thought, that you will discover your true desires for growth, and with a true desire in mind, you poise yourself for not just action, but success.
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Our Founder Master Moy demonstrates Taoist Tai Chi® arts.
Master Moy Lin Shin, founder of the Fung Loy Kok Institute of Taoism, demonstrates the Taoist Tai Chi® arts.
In 1970, Master Moy immigrated to Canada, where he devoted the rest of his life to fulfilling the the aim to help people restore and maintain their physical, mental and spiritual well being through the practice of the Taoist Tai Chi® arts.
Master Moy was always careful to point out that these teachings were more than just a mere set of movements, they encompassed practical wisdom for living, drawing upon the richness of Chinese culture and Taoist tradition.
Now this is a wonderful meditation variation, especially for those of you who struggle to sit still. I made use of this type of meditation when I first started and it is a great way to connect your body and breath. By connecting your movement to your breath, you can get into the right mind state for meditation a lot faster and easier.
Movement meditation is as simple as practicing mindfulness in all life activities. It includes any type of meditation in which you move. There are many different options but basically any movement can be used as a meditation if you apply mindfulness and do it at a slow pace.
In our fast-paced world, many people struggle to sit still long enough to meditate, or become restless and start to fidget. Different forms of movement meditations are great alternatives, as you receive the benefits of mindfulness while getting some gentle physical exercise too. Therefore, a walking meditation is specifically helpful to release physical tension and stimulate blood flow.
Movement meditation can be practiced indoors, but outdoors is usually preferable to give you space to move, as well as fresh air. It can be practiced before sunrise, during your lunch break, after work or after dinner. Practicing this at certain times of the day will allow your movements during other times to be transformed. Movement meditation is a powerful way to change an activity we do daily into a mindful and peaceful experience.
Steps to Practice a Movement Meditation
Step 1: You can choose to be inside or outside, find a peaceful spot in your garden or a park or the beach. You can begin seated with your eyes closed while you bring your attention to your breath.
Step 2: For five minutes simply spend time syncing every movement you make with your breath. Try different gentle, slow and repetitive movements such as swaying your body from side to side.
Step 3: Put your left hand over your heart and your right hand over your stomach and breathe. Feel your chest and stomach expand as you inhale and compress as you exhale.
Step 4: Keeping your eyes closed, slowly stand up and feel how your body lengthens. Start a body scan, begin at your feet and feel your connection to the earth, move upwards slowly noticing any tension, stiffness, sensations or emotions that you may be feeling.
Step 5: Open your eyes now and start to take small, slow steps that align with your breath. As you inhale step forward with your right foot and as you exhale place your left foot in front of the right. Keep your pace consistent and slow and completely in tune with your breath.
Step 6: Continue in this manner until you reach the end of your path. Stop here, take a deep full breath in and out. Then turn around and follow the path back in the same manner as before.
Step 7: Your gaze can be anywhere during this meditation, and your thoughts will wander like it does during any meditation. Therefore, try to keep your attention on the rhythm of your breath and steps or movements, and just redirect it back if you get distracted.
Guidelines to Help You Practice Movement Meditation
A movement meditation does not have to be too structured and can be anything from 10 minutes to an hour.
Choose a place without too many distractions and a predetermined path that is not too long, this allows you to get to know the route, which minimizes the chance of distractions even more.
Make sure to wear comfortable shoes, or depending on where you are you can even go barefoot to connect with the energy of the earth.
Once you become comfortable with your movement and walking meditation, you can bring these mindful elements you have learned into your everyday life, making yourself mindful of all aspects of your life.
The combination of gentle movement, a meditative state, fresh air and sunshine will energize and revitalize you and bring you closer to nature.
If your mind wanders, notice what it is that distracts you and let it go, to bring your attention back to your breath and movement.
If you are a yogi you could even incorporate some gentle simple yoga positions during your movement meditation.
It is important to understand that there really is no difference between mindfulness and meditation, so by incorporating mindfulness into your daily activities you are getting the same benefits as meditation.
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Born in the ninth month of 1941, the eldest son of the third generation of Tung Family martial artists, there was never a time in his life when Master Tung Kai Ying was not learning Tai Chi Chuan. He began his formal training in the village at the age of six under the supervision of his uncle while his father, Master Tung Hu Ling, and grandfather, Master Tung Ying Chieh, were down south establishing their school. Fully immersing himself in his studies from the onset, he quickly proved that he was more than ready for the great task that lay before him.
When he reached the age of fourteen he was invited to come live with his grandfather in Hong Kong in order to receive deeper training in Tai Chi Chuan. It was there, in recognition of his clear ability and bright potential, that his grandfather gave him the honorary name of "Kai Ying," which in Cantonese means "Succeeding Ying" and plainly reveals the deep level of trust that existed between the great master and his young apprentice. The grateful Kai Ying spent the next several years in very close contact with his grandfather and learned his entire system of Tai Chi Chuan, not only how to practice and apply it, but how to teach it as well. He eventually came to preside over the majority of classes in Hong Kong at that time, often giving the bulk of instruction while his grandfather would quietly watch on from the side.
The final phase of his early training began in 1961, when his grandfather passed away and his father, Master Tung Hu Ling, returned to Hong Kong to assume the head position at the Gymnasium. In the following year, when it came time for Master Tung Hu Ling to go back to Singapore and Malaysia in order to resume the instruction of his many students there, he sent his son, Master Tung Kai Ying, in his stead. His students were deeply impressed by the enthusiasm and skill of their new teacher, and the size of the classes grew rapidly. Subsequently, Master Tung Kai Ying spent the next several years traveling back and forth between Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore, continuously practicing and teaching, gaining invaluable experiences, and significantly deepening his insight into the meaning of the fist.
So by the time he arrived in Los Angeles, California, in 1971, Master Tung Kai Ying could not have been more prepared for the difficult task of bringing the traditional Chinese art of Tai Chi Chuan to the modern Western world. Initially earning a living as an acupuncturist, he set up classes in Los Angeles and San Francisco and began to build his initial layers of students. Immediately gaining the respect of the fledgling Tai Chi community of the Western States, he appeared on magazine covers and festival stages more than once and was well known for his elegant demonstrations, friendly displays of power, and open readiness to share what he knew. The number of students in his classes grew steadily as martial arts enthusiasts from all around came to see what they could learn from him.
Never one to dwell on his successes, Master Tung Kai Ying has simply continued to practice and teach, selflessly helping his students to find their strength. In 1984 he was invited on his first of many teaching trips to Europe, via Denmark and France, and in accpeting, opened the door to a fruitful relationship with yet another continent. Also in that same year he hosted his first of many intensive Tai Chi Chuan "camps" in the redwood forest just south of San Francisco. Here, dedicated students were given the opportunity to study Tai Chi Chuan in the traditional manner of living with the master and practicing several times a day.
Before long he was teaching in Italy and Scandinavia as well, all the while faithfully maintaining his Asian contacts and continuing to cultivate his ever-growing American school. His many students around the world began to number in the thousands. Students became teachers and began generating students of their own -- all held together by the Master's keen eye and strong guidance. From Hong Kong to Singapore and Thailand to Hawaii, from California to Colorado and Arizona to New England, from Sicily to Paris and Finland to Greece, Tung family Tai Chi Chuan has almost completely encircled the globe.
The full circuit was finally achieved in September of 1999 when Master Tung returned to his home town of Xing Tai, one of the oldest cities in China, with an entourage of 216 Western students from 8 different countries. There he was greeted with the highest honors from the mayor at a festival held in his name at the center of town. There were over 20,000 people in attendance, all eager to witness the return of the master. None were disappointed by the caliber of the demonstrations and the sincerity of the speeches. The mayor praised Master Tung not only for his supreme skill in the martial arts, but also for the invaluable service he has done the world by so effectively sharing and communicating the cultural wisdom of China.
Although still climbing towards the peak of his long and illustrious career, Master Tung Kai Ying has fully realized his grandfather's dream and successfully established the legitimate presence of Tai Chi Chuan on the world stage, entirely unabridged and unadulterated. Over the years, there have been many great practitioners of Tai Chi Chuan, but very few of them have been great teachers as well. Continuously radiating a calm and vital blend of modesty, confidence, joy and perseverance, he has touched and inspired countless lives with his steady and patient efforts. Many people who otherwise would not have had the opportunity to learn authentic Tai Chi Chuan, thanks to the considerable accomplishments of Master Tung and his family, are now able to enjoy the great fortune of its timeless gift.
-- by Christopher Kiely, Vermont
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Chi is the Chinese word meaning 'life force' - an energy created by all living beings. A Tai Chi master's strength flows from this FORCE.
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Chacun d’entre nous peut bénéficier de l’apprentissage du Tai Chi. Cet art chinois ancien a été qualifié de «méditation en mouvement» et est connu pour prévenir et traiter de nombreux problèmes de santé, comme en attestent plusieurs études.
C’est une pratique qui se concentre sur les mouvements provenant du torse. Pourquoi est-ce important, et comment pouvons-nous perdre cette capacité lorsque nous vieillissons?
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Un jeune maître Tai Chi a écrit que le but ultime de l’apprentissage du Tai Chi était de vivre à jamais dans la saison du printemps de votre vie. Le Tai Chi n’est pas simplement pour la longévité, c’est aussi pour la robustesse, même à un âge avancé. Les avantages pour la santé du Tai Chi Classique peuvent être vus sous différents angles et à différents niveaux, tous fortement liés à la pratique de la discipline interne.
Lorsqu’on étudie les mouvements des très jeunes enfants, nous voyons que leurs mouvements de bras et de jambes proviennent souvent de leur torse, leurs mouvements sont détendus et sans tension. Quand nous vieillissons nos mouvements ont tendance à se concentrer sur nos bras, nos jambes et nos épaules et moins sur notre torse: il commence également à y avoir une tension et une raideur dans nos mouvements. Peu à peu, nous perdons le contact avec le torse. Nous ne pouvons que faire que des mouvements simples, mais pas de mouvements subtils, complexes et puissants que le torse est intrinsèquement capable de faire. Nous parlons de la dextérité des mains ou des pieds, ne sachant pas que le torse peut être capable d’avoir autant de dextérité, mais nous pensons au torse comme une partie inutile du corps.
Nous voyons souvent la marche des personnes âgées avec un changement de la marche-mouvement qui ne se prolonge plus dans le torse. Avec tous les principaux organes et le système circulatoire complexe situés au niveau du torse, on comprend facilement l’effet défavorable de l’inaction et de la stagnation du torse sur la santé du corps. On peut affirmer que l’apparition de la rigidité cadavérique interne précède réellement la mort!
Si vous souhaitez conserver la jeunesse des systèmes internes du corps, vous devez apprendre à déclencher les mouvements du noyau interne du corps, à cultiver l’énergie interne de votre corps. Une fois que nous sommes en mesure de retrouver notre connexion avec le torse, notre corps commence à fonctionner plus efficacement, ce qui entraîne une meilleure santé.
Apprendre à canaliser son énergie, retrouver une harmonie avec soi-même et avec le monde, voilà ce que propose cette discipline ancestrale. Les bienfaits du Tai Chi Chuan sont doubles. Recommandé pour ses vertus relaxantes, cette pratique agit également en profondeur sur l’organisme. Yves Blanc, professeur à l’école de style Yang originel nous éclaire sur ce qui est à la fois « un art martial, une gymnastique et une méditation ».
Comme une gym douce, il agit sur la souplesse des articulations et le tonus musculaire. Il permet de mieux coordonner les mouvements dans l’espace. Selon Yves Blanc, il s’agit de « retrouver un équilibre en accord avec les rythmes de la nature ».
A la fin d’une séance, on éprouve une sensation de chaleur et de bien-être. A long terme, on se sent plus alerte, mieux en forme. Pour trouver le mouvement juste, une position tenue sans effort, on doit travailler en total relâchement. Le travail respiratoire enseigne à bien placer son diaphragme et à conduire son souffle. Les mouvements réalisés en étirements apportent souplesse, tonicité, renforcent les tendons et les muscles.
Bien qu’aucune étude scientifique ne puisse réellement appuyer ces propos, une pratique régulière du Taï chi apporte de nombreux bienfaits, tant sur le plan physique que sur le plan psychique.
Bienfaits physiques :
– Travail sur la posture et l’équilibre.
– Contrôle de la respiration et harmonisation avec les mouvements du corps.
– Amélioration de la souplesse grâce aux étirements.
– Décontraction des tensions lombaires.
– Entretien des amplitudes articulaires.
Bienfaits Psychologiques :
– Meilleure gestion des situations de stress.
– Relaxation et détente.
– Amélioration de la concentration et de la mémoire (mémorisation de l’enchaînement des mouvements).
La pratique du Tai Chi Chuan
Aucune aptitude particulière n’est requise. Adolescents ou personnes âgées, tous peuvent se laisser tenter par cet art martial qui n’utilise pas la force brute comme valeur première. Enchaînements de mouvements souples et de postures précises incarnés dans une espèce de combat dansé au ralenti, le Tai Chi Chuan se concentre autour « d’une mise en mouvements doux et d’étirements légers et constants », rappelle Yves Blanc, professeur à l’école de style Yang originel. Mais attention aux apparences : « Les gens arrivent avec l’idée qu’on se fait du bien facilement. Il faut travailler. Le plus important dans l’apprentissage du Tai Chi Chuan c’est l’observation et l’humilité.
In this tai chi video Bruce Frantzis talks about his experience learning tai chi with T.T. Liang. Who was an amazing man and teacher of tai chi who loved life and tai chi.
Bruce took his 1st class with T.T Liang is 1972 in Boston, Ma.
They studied pushing hands, free fighting, sword form system and his 2 man set.
T.T had a love of life and continued to learn throughout.
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Learn Tai Chi Online with Jet Li's Online Academy - Lesson 9
In this video taken from Taiji Zen's Online Academy, we'll teach you how to apply the kinetic application of Lǚ. The kinetic concepts of Tai Chi Chuan are all concepts of applying force to your opponent. Lǚ means to divert energy, so this application will teach you how to divert incoming force eaily and gently.
Jet Li's Taiji Zen Online Academy teaches Tai Chi Chuan with a unique principles based approach. It is well-suited for beginners learning Tai Chi as well as more advanced students.
In Taijiquan theory, Lǚ and Jǐ (Pressing Energy, Kinetic Concept #3) are two mutually interactive forces. The down and backwards deflection of Lǚ can be used to neutralize the forward pressing energy of Jǐ.
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Transcripts:
INTRODUCTION
Lǚ is an energy of deflecting and neutralizing, a very powerful and a versatile concept in Martial Arts in general and in Tai Chi Chuan in particular.
Now Lǚ and Jǐ, or piercing (pressing) energy, are mutually interactive forces. So in your practice, your partner is going to feeding you Jǐ energy. Master Wang is going to be demonstrating Lǚ.
KINETIC APPLICATION
He steps out with the right leg to the outside of his partner. The stance is opened at 30 degrees relative to the partner forming a very wide 'V'. This helps create stability and move for maneuver in this position.
The left hand is on the partner's left wrist, and the right palm controls the partners elbow. The hands are gentle but firm, not grasping but still controlling.
As the partner presses forward, Master Wang uses Lu. He deflects and neutralizes the incoming force by shifting his weight back.
His arms absorb and redirect the partner's Jǐ energy, leading it into emptiness.
Notice how Master Wang is not pulling his partner's arm but rather yielding and redirecting only as he feels the incoming force.
Using Lǚ, the point of force should be in the palms. That means that the arms are relaxed, but heavy
Now take care not to use arm strength to pull your partner downwards.
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