by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jul 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Standing Poles of T’ai Chi Chuan Hua Tuo, one of the most important historical figures of Traditional Chinese Medicine (or TCM), stated “The door hinge will rust if not used.” Hua Tuo is credited with developing medical and Therapeutic Qigong along with...
by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jul 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Three factors are key when thinking about the overall health of a person: Environment Emotional outlook Way of life These three things are the cornerstones of traditional Chinese medicine or TCM, and while they may seem extraneous from a western perspective, when we...
by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jul 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
The body in T’ai Chi Chuan is often discussed as two halves – the “mountain” below the waist and the “river” above the waist, or, stated in a different way, the root of the legs and the branches and leaves of the arms. To generate power, though, these two halves...
by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jun 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Essential Principles of T’ai Chi Chuan (Taijiquan) The Five Regulations of T’ai Chi Chuan Our bodies are the vehicles through which we explore and experience the world. They are the sensory means of living and the tools to deepen our understanding of ourselves...
by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jun 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
The Energy at the top of the head should be light and sensitive. The head should be upright so the spirit (shen) can reach the top of your head. Don’t use muscular force (li), or the neck will be stiff and blood flow is impeded. The feeling should be...
by Still Mountain T'ai Chi & Chi Kung | Jun 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
T’ai Chi is built upon two principles: proper body structure and dynamic physical relaxation known as “Song.” These are the poles of strength and flexibility that support a solid T’ai Chi practice. Not coincidentally, flexibility and strength...
