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What is Tai Chi Chuan?

T'ai-chi ch'uan (also spelled taijiquan and taiji chuan) is an ancient Chinese martial art that comes in so many variations that it's often confusing to the layman.  Some styles can trace their lineage back to the founding of the art, while others date back to the early part of the 20th century.  Some stress competition, while others emphasize health or self-defense.

Kind of T'ai Chi Ch'uan

There are quite a few kinds of Tai Chi Chuan. Of these, the Chen style, Yang style, Wu style and Sun style are all famous and widely spreaded. There are more people practicing them. Every style of Tai Chi Chuan includes more than one routines, some are simple, some are difficult. There are series of boxing and weaponry routines. All these supply a wide space for the practicing people to choose. It fit all kinds of people to select. All styles of Tai Chi Chuan are good for keeping health and body shaping. But in accordance with everyone's specific conditions there are some arts to the choice.

History of T'ai Chi Ch'uan

T'ai-chi ch'uan is usually literally translated as "grand ultimate boxing".   I see this as meaning, instead of being an immodest title, the "grand ultimate" portion of the name refers to the Chinese concept of the origin of the universe.  That is the principle of yin and yang.  In fact, the common yin-yang symbol is properly called the t'ai chi diagram. I see t'ai-chi ch'uan being the art of the harmony of yin and yang, in tangible form. The history of t'ai chi is foggy at best.  There are many conflicting stories from the past, and the confusion continues right up to the present. To make matters worse, there are many revisionist versions of t'ai chi's history which are expounded by those out to promote their own style as the best, or the most authentic.  So it is difficult to get the full story.

Benefits of Tai Chi Chuan

Tai Chi is a choreographed sequence of movements characterized by its emphasis on relaxation, slowness, coordination, and mindfulness. Right there you should start getting the picture of the benefits of Tai Chi.But let's go into a few more details. There are four basic things that I focus on when I first start teaching Tai Chi to a new student:  Greater stability, Boosted metabolism (i.e. better muscle size/tone), Improved mobility & Improved bone density,

More Benefits of Tai Chi Chuan

Less chance of falls.

Reduced stress,

Improved sleep,

Lower blood pressure

Less chance of heart disease,

Enhanced immunity with less chance of illness,

Improved flexibility and movement range in joints.

Better balance,

Improved brain function,

Less chance of falls,

Better mobility

Improved cardio fitness,

Enhanced circulation,

Greater detoxification,

Better oxygenation.

Tai Chi can help to improve a range of disorders, including:

·                  Anxiety

·                  Arthritis

·                  Balance and coordination

·                  Fatigue

·                  Joint stiffness

·                  Muscle tension

·                  Poor posture

·                  Stress.

Where to get help

·        Your doctor

·        Tai Chi teacher

·        Tai Chi association Tel: 03214920187

·        Legend Tai Chi Center Tel: 0300 8874149