What is Tai Chi, the Chinese Martial Arts?

1. General Introduction of Tai Chi

Chinese martial arts is broad and profound, and is loved by martial arts lovers all over the world. As an outstanding representative of Chinese martial arts, Tai Chi, with its rich traditional Chinese culture and philosophy, has become one of the most practiced sports in the world.

However, with the increasing number of Tai Chi enthusiasts abroad, the nationality of Tai Chi and the difficulty of language communication restrict the spread and development of it to a certain extent. How to use the formal, scientific and spoken English to teach Tai Chi "in its original way" is particularly important.

2. Theoretical Basis

Foundation of Boxing Theory

Tai Chi is a kind of boxing, which is in line with the boxing theory and has the characteristics of fighting. The boxing theory here refers to that Tai Chi action itself conforms to the law of attack and defense, and can produce a certain effect of attack and defense. This is not only the basic difference between Tai Chi action and gymnastics, dance, guidance, and other sports but also one of the essential differences.

Foundation of Philosophy Theory

Influenced by traditional philosophy, Tai Chi is philosophical and full of dialectical thoughts. From a philosophical point of view, Tai Chi is known as "philosophy boxing". This is not only because the action essentials of Tai Chi contain profound philosophical meaning, but also because the traditional philosophical thought permeates Tai Chi comprehensively, forming a unique movement thought, special technical requirements and outstanding value function.

Foundation of Medical Theory

Tai Chi absorbs the theories of traditional medicine, such as meridians, Shu Points, Qi and blood, Daoyin, Zang Xiang and so on.

3. Principles of Tai Chi

Core Principles of Strength

Strength refers to a special comprehensive quality in Tai Chi. This kind of strength is extremely flexible and changeable. It can be changed by the enemy in strength, direction, point and speed.

Principle of All Movements

Tai Chi compares heaven and earth to a big universe, and the human body to a small universe. This kind of movement is a coordinated movement of the whole body under the control of consciousness. Therefore, Tai Chi requires as much participation as possible in the movement process, and it is a highly coordinated and delicate movement, which should be understood continuously in practice.

4. Why Do We Chinese Practice Tai Chi?

Activate self-repair system:

With the growth of age, people's self-repair system is slowly degenerating. Tai Chi can regulate body and mind, promote body balance, and activate body repair function.

Dredge meridians:

If you insist on practicing Tai Chi, it is conducive to dredge meridians.

Relax the nervous system:

It can make people calm and comfortable, relax the nervous system, and relieve dizziness.

Enhance heart function:

Although Tai Chi is slow, it can stimulate Qi and blood and enhance heart function.

Strengthen blood vessels:

In medicine, Tai Chi can enhance the elasticity of blood vessels, reduce the possibility of vascular rupture, and also enhance the elasticity of the whole body.

Strengthen the muscles and bones:

Through practicing Tai Chi, the strength of muscles and ligaments is enhanced, and the joints are flexible.

Smooth blood circulation:

Tai Chi can easily open channels and collaterals, enhance blood circulation and metabolism.In medicine, Tai Chi can enhance the elasticity of blood vessels, reduce the possibility of vascular rupture, and also enhance the elasticity of the whole body.

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