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Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong

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Science shows that tai chi and qigong are good medicine and good exercise. Discover the secrets of these practices with this course taught by a tai chi champion.

Syllabus

  • 01: The Snake and the Crane
  • 02: First Steps in a Journey
  • 03: Harmony and Balance
  • 04: The Ultimate Martial Art
  • 05: The Five Families of Tai Chi Practice
  • 06: Qigong and the Five Animal Frolics
  • 07: Energy Exercise-A Branch of Chinese Medicine
  • 08: The First Pillar of Practice-Forms
  • 09: The Second Pillar-Push Hands for Two
  • 10: The Third Pillar-Standing Meditation
  • 11: Benefits to the Heart and Immune System
  • 12: A Healthy Weight and a Healthy Mind
  • 13: Tai Chi Legends-Stories of the Masters
  • 14: Reading the Tai Chi Classics
  • 15: A Superior Workout-Use More of Your Muscles
  • 16: Eight Pieces of Brocade and a Better Back
  • 17: Tai Chi Weapons-When Hands Are Not Empty
  • 18: Using the Mind-Inner Organizing Principles
  • 19: Mental and Physical Flow
  • 20: Creating Space for Choices
  • 21: Flow at Work-When Business Is in Balance
  • 22: Energy Flow in Your Surroundings
  • 23: Taking Practice Deeper
  • 24: The Evolution of Tai Chi
  • By This Expert

Taught by

David-Dorian Ross

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