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Chuang Tzu – Quote

Seek not to know the answers
but to understand
the questions

Tai Chi Tip #43

Training: do small chunks of training throughout the day when you are pressed for time

A famous Wu Style master, Ma Yueh-Liang – (1901-1998) pushing hands with a younger opponent. I think he was in his eighties when this clip was filmed. Also check my previous post and you will see Ma Yueh Liang’s wife, Wu Yinghua demonstrating part of the Wu Style form.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RHQv6fLpIoI[/youtube]

Wu Style Tai Chi Form – Wu Yinghua

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This is the Wu Style Tai Chi form I practice.

It’s the traditional long form as demonstrated by Wu Yinghua (1907-1997), daughter of Wu Chien Chuan.

She was probably in her late eighties when she demonstrated the form. The video clip is of poor quality but you can get a flavour of the Wu style form by watching it.

She demonstrated about a third of the long form, from the opening posture to Left and Right Parting Leg (just after the first cloud hands).

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqqkbetLPIk[/youtube]

Work Chi

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Practising Tai Chi on a regular basis is important for improvement.

However its what you do away from your training sessions that will determine how much you actually improve.

For example when you are working think of the Tai Chi exercises and/or principles you can use.

A simple job as sweeping with a broom is made easier when you focus on your tan tien and not your shoulders and arms to push the broom.

Lifting heavy objects can be made less stressful and safer by focusing on keeping the top of your head in line with your perineum – stops you from arching and straining your back.

Cleaning windows involves the waist leading the arms just like ‘grasping the bird’s tail’ technique in the Tai Chi form.

So use the Tai Chi exercises and principles in your normal work day and you will add many hours to your training sessions.

And improve at a greater rate.