Tai Chi Concepts and Experiments
Hidden Strength, Natural Movement, and Timing
Wolfeboro, NH : YMAA Publication Center, Inc., [2021]
Format: Book
Description: xiv, 220 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
This book clarifies and makes accessible critical aspects of the art that are currently understood and manifested by only a small number of high-level practitioners. Numerous step-by-step experiments are provided for readers to experience and perfect these critical tai chi aspects. This interdisciplinary book utilizes elementary physics, physiology, anatomy, psychology, and spirituality. It contains detailed analyses and explanations for achieving internal, expansive strength, known as nei jin, and for attaining optimal timing and natural movement.--Publisher.
Subjects:
Tai chi -- Physiological aspects.
Physiology, Experimental.
Stretching exercises.
Muscle strength.
Movement, Psychology of.
Motor ability -- Physiological aspects.
Reaction time.
Qi (Chinese philosophy)
Spirituality.
Mind and body.
Tai chi -- Physiological aspects.
Physiology, Experimental.
Stretching exercises.
Muscle strength.
Movement, Psychology of.
Motor ability -- Physiological aspects.
Reaction time.
Qi (Chinese philosophy)
Spirituality.
Mind and body.
ISBN:
9781594397417
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
HEALTH Exercise Chu | Wheatley (Shandon) | Nonfiction | In |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 210-211) and index.