T’ai Chi as a Path of Wisdom

Unlike most t’ai chi books, which focus strictly on how to do the t’ai chi forms, T’ai Chi as a Path of Wisdom presents a personal, practical view of this intriguing martial art. Lehrhaupt shares illuminating stories from her own life and the lives of her students that show how t’ai chi can be a vehicle for profound self-discovery and spiritual growth. In learning to master each body posture, t’ai chi students often confront self-doubt, frustration, and the desire to compete and compare themselves to others-problems that also arise in daily life. Lehrhaupt shows how these and other obstacles provide valuable opportunities to deepen awareness and recognize the striking continuities between practice and everyday life. Each section of the book includes practical exercises designed to enhance students’ understanding of t’ai chi movements, and a helpful appendix answers many frequently asked questions about t’ai chi training such as how to find a teacher and how to balance practice with family life. Full of useful insights and guidance, T’ai Chi as a Path of Wisdom will be a valuable companion for all students of this increasingly popular martial art.

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Tai Chi Walking: A Low-Impact Path to Better Health

Walking should be one of the most natural things we do.

Most of us have been walking almost all of our lives. However, many have learned walking in a haphazard way. Wearing improper shoes, modeling ourselves after others whose walking is inefficient, and wrong ideas about how our body works are all factors that take their toll on us over time.

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The Essence of Tai Chi Chuan: The Literary Tradition

A handbook of the classical Chinese literature on which the art of t’ai chi is based. First English translation of the classic texts of T’ai Chi Ch’uan. This is required reading for practitioners of every style.

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Chi Running

More than 24 million people run in the United States alone, but 65 percent will have to stop at least once this year because of injury. Still others will choose to run through the pain. But in this groundbreaking book, ultramarathoner Danny Dreyer teaches us the running technique he created to heal and prevent injuries and also to run faster, farther, and with much less effort at any age. ChiRunning employs the deep power reserves in the core muscles of the trunk, an approach that grows out of such disciplines as yoga, Pilates, and t’ai chi. This excellent step-by-step program offers training principles and is easily learned. Dramatically reduce your potential for injury Make knee pain and shin splints a thing of the past Greatly reduce post-run recovery time Create a safe and effective training program Make running any distance enjoyable whether you’re a beginning runner or a seasoned competitor

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Complete Idiot’s Guide to T’ai Chi and QiGong (Book & DVD)

The ancient martial art that’s swept the nation. The most popular form of exercise in the world, T’ai Chi can slow the aging process, increase balance and flexibility, lower stress levels, and enhance the body’s natural healing powers. Now, with over 300 illustrations, this updated #1-selling guide has been expanded so that readers can create a practice for themselves. Based on the latest research, this new edition includes:-A DVD that demonstrates 64 groups of movements that are difficult to learn from print alone-A new illustrated format-An expanded and updated T’ai Chi yellow pages resource-Expanded health/medical benefits

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Beyond Taijiquan: Supremacy of the Tai-Chi Mind

This book gives an in-depth knowledge of the orthodox Taijiquan. Many practitioners of Taijiquan know the movements and the techniques of the martial art thoroughly but lack the understanding of the condition of the mind when practicing the art. This book goes beyond the forms. The readers who are familiar with the forms will have no difficulty in following the explanations which are told in story form to help understand the concept and the students will achieve certain attainment of the all-important Taiji internal jing power, the effortless way in Taiji tuishou, the unique pugilistic excellence of the art, the clear definitions of many Taiji terms, ect. The story begins with Alan going out in search of the effortless martial art. He then enters into a dream in which he comes face to face with the legendary Taiji masters of the 19th century. The theme of the story is the schism that splits the school of Taijiquan into two rival camps, namely, the Qi-Zong and Fa-Zong. The former emphasizes the qi-gong approach while the latter favours the training of the techniques. The rivalry culminates in the Wudang Summit where the two factions pit against each other in polemics and martial skill.

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The Unity Between Tai-Chi & Tao Teh Ching

From an empty mind we can see more clearly the nature of conflicts and step above the apparent conflicts to see the true nature of things as they are, not as we want them to be.

The Tao Teh Ching is written Taoism. Tai-chi was born from Taoist practices and is thus moving Taoism. They both are means of achieving balance and harmony.

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Tai Chi Chuan – It’s Effects & Practical Applications

This classic book fully explains the art of Tai Chi Chuan. This method of self-defense and healthful exercise dates back to antiquity in Chinese Martial Arts Culture. The art of Tai Chi Chuan or Grand Ultimate Fist as a seperate discipline encompasses all types of training methods such as practicing the form, which consists of 108 movements and Tai Lu or Push Hands. The author explains the applications of each movement with detailed graphics and their use in numerous self-defense scenarios. Additionally, the book explains how Tai Chi Chuan has beneficial effects for spiritual and physical well being. You’ll find this classic little book to include a complete training method for Tai Chi Chuan. It is a classic text of martial arts literature and has much value as a source of technique and knowledge of the art.

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Stay Young With T’ai Chi: Flexible, Mobile, and Stress Free–After 50

Many people are finding T’ai Chi to be the perfect exercise for the changing needs of aging bodies: it is low-impact, noncompetitive, and invigorating. The practice of T’ai Chi enhances health and fitness, increases energy, and helps reduce stress. Stay Young with T’ai Chi presents the first 18 positions of the yang short form–the form of T’ai Chi most commonly taught today and a direct form that allows seniors to find success in their practice. By working on the beginning of the form–in conjunction with warm-ups and a lesson in the basic movements–readers will find an easy introduction to T’ai Chi, as well as a wonderful reference to complement a class. The chapters on Qi Gong at the end of the are a wonderful complement to T’ai Chi practice. Chapters on supported and seated T’ai Chi and Qi Gong are perfect for seniors with limited mobility. Author Ellae Elinwood presents T’ai Chi in a manner that is attentive to the needs of seniors–it is slow building in level of complexity, very comfortable to learn, very affirming to the reader, with a clear and well-organized progression of lessons. Together with 150 demonstrative photographs, Stay Young with T’ai Chi is a valuable introduction to this ancient Chinese art.

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Tai Chi Chuan Classical Yang Style, Revised Edition: The Complete Form Qigong

This revised edition of our best-selling beginner?s tai chi book includes: a new user-friendly interior design with each movement presented in 4 to 6 large photographs, a navigation guide on using this book with its companion DVD, and updates to the transliteration of Chinese characters. Other sections offer a history of Tai Chi, fundamental training routines, and guidance on incorporating the all important energy work (Qigong) into your Tai Chi practice.

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