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Bezig met laden... The Inner Structure of Tai Chi: Mastering the Classic Forms of Tai Chi Chi Kungdoor Mantak Chia
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Meld je aan bij LibraryThing om erachter te komen of je dit boek goed zult vinden. Op dit moment geen Discussie gesprekken over dit boek. while the material is well-connected to other aspects of mantak chia's oeuvre, smthg that cannot b said of most of his work, his presentation of the theory & practical forms of tai chi is attrocious. he dispenses w traditional frameworks like open/closed, apparent/solid, the 5 directions and 8 movements, or the 48-step simplified set; such frameworks r not only proven by time, but have become an essential part of the martial art itself. and chia does not substitute any other sensible framework for articulating his selection of 13 moves, which e.g. places a bizarre emphasis on the single-hand push. nor does he provide a framework for understanding the MOVEMENT of tai chi ( ) geen besprekingen | voeg een bespreking toe
Taoist adepts developed tai chi as both a martial art and a way to cultivate their physical body, energy body, and spirit body. Like all Taoist exercises, its main purpose is to form a connection to the basic energy that is the foundation of all life: chi.Until the beginning of the twentieth century, tai chi was considered a secret practice that was passed down only within a closely knit structure of family and loyal disciples. Despite its widespread growth in popularity as a martial art and health exercise, many of its underlying internal practices remain unknown. The Inner Structure of Tai Chiexplores the deep, internal work necessary for the effective practice of tai chi. Designed for practitioners at every level, the book contains step-by-step illustrated instructions for mastering the 13 forms of early Yang-style tai chi, also known as Tai Chi Chi Kung. The authors demonstrate the relationship of the inner structure of tai chi to the absorption, transformation, and circulation of the three forces that animate all life--the Universal force, the Cosmic force, and the Earth force--revealing the principles and practices necessary to receive the full spectrum of physical, psychological, and spiritual benefits that tai chi can bring. Geen bibliotheekbeschrijvingen gevonden. |
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