By Tai Chi For Health Tai Chi Qigong, this long-standing way of health preservation, combines the essence of martial arts, philosophy and medicine. It can not only effectively improve physical fitness, but also help balance the body and mind, making people find harmony between movement and stillness. Below, I will elaborate on the relevant contents for you one by one.
History origin
Tai Chi Qigong has a long history. It originated from the ancients' careful observation and profound understanding of nature and the human body. After the tempering of time, the system we see today has gradually formed. In ancient times, wise men created exercises suitable for the public to strengthen their bodies by observing the changes of the four seasons of the world and the movement of the qi and blood of the human body. Hua Tuo's Five Animals Play was an early form of this technique. After careful polishing by countless predecessors, it eventually evolved into our precious traditional sports event.
Fitness effects
Long-term practice of Tai Chi Qigong is of great help to improve physical fitness. This technique promotes movement of the joints of the body through the slowness and gentleness of the movements, thereby enhancing the flexibility of the joints. For example, during practice, continuous rotation and bending movements, such as twisting the waist and stretching the limbs, can effectively improve the health of the neck, waist and knee joints , and prevent the occurrence of arthritis. In addition, Tai Chi Qigong helps improve blood circulation and enhances the vitality of the heart, which is like meticulous maintenance of the engine to ensure that the body can operate stably and efficiently.
Characteristics of the genre
There are many schools of Tai Chi Qigong, each with its own characteristics. The Yang family’s Tai Chi Qigong emphasizes stretching and openness, and the movements are slow and gentle; while the Chen family’s Tai Chi Qigong combines hardness and softness, and the movements of force are very obvious. The martial arts of each sect have their own focus. The Yang family pays more attention to cultivating a slender figure and inner aura; the Chen family has unique features in practical skills and efforts. Practitioners can choose a school that suits them according to their personal preferences and physical fitness, and start a journey that not only maintains health but also improves their skills.
Cultural connotation
It contains rich cultural philosophical thoughts. Among them, the Taoist concept of "harmony between man and nature" is integrated with the Confucian concept of "centrality and peace". During practice, we pay attention to both internal and external cultivation, as well as the movement itself, and pursue inner peace and peace. Each action follows the laws of nature and the principles of dealing with people and being in the world. "A little effort is a big deal" reflects the wisdom of using softness to overcome hardness. During the physical exercise, our mental level has also been significantly improved.
Key points for practice
The key to practicing Tai Chi Qigong is to grasp the skills. The coordination of breathing and movements is crucial. Generally, abdominal breathing is used. Breathing needs to be deep and meticulous, and breathing and movements need to be synchronized. For example, inhale when raising your arms up and exhale when lowering your arms. In terms of mentality, you should be calm and focused, eliminate distracting thoughts, and feel the beginning, development and change of each action with all your concentration. Beginners should not be anxious to achieve success, nor should they pursue excessive difficulty. They should proceed step by step, explore gradually, and slowly experience the feeling. Only in this way can we gain more benefits in the process of practicing this traditional skill.
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