After practicing Wudang Tai Chi for many years, I gradually realized that it is not only an exercise for physical fitness, but also a system of wisdom that integrates philosophy, medicine and martial arts. This boxing method has the concept of using softness to overcome rigidity and using stillness to stop, and can help modern people find physical and mental balance in the fast-paced life. Next in Tai Chi Online , I will share a few key points from the perspective of actual practice.
How to get started with Wudang Tai Chi
When starting to learn, start with standing postures, which is the foundation for cultivating core strength and body awareness. With your feet as wide as your shoulders and your knees slightly bent, imagine that you are like an old pine with its roots digging into the earth. Persisting in ten minutes of pile work every day can gradually improve the stiffness of the waist and legs, and then learn individual movements such as "Cloud Hands" among many movements. The focus is to feel the loose feeling in the shoulder blades when the arms are rounded, rather than pursuing a standard appearance.
How to coordinate breathing in Wudang Tai Chi
The soul of boxing is breathing. In the initial training, natural breathing is used to inhale the air when the movement is unfolding and exhale when stopping the movement. In the advanced stage, you can try reverse abdominal breathing: the inhalation process caused by retracting the abdomen is when inhaling, so that the slow release and puffing up of the lower abdomen are exhaled. At this time, when exhaling, I used to use synchronous movement in guiding practice. A practitioner who has been in poor condition for a long time once had this experience by using collaborative breathing and movement training. This process spanned three months. The quality of sleep of the coachee was significantly improved. The key and important link is that breathing should have continuous characteristics like water flow rather than controlled and intentional manual operations.
Why Wudang Tai Chi can maintain health
Among them, the health-preserving value of this set of boxing techniques is reflected in its regulation of the meridian system, such as the movement of "White Crane Spreading Wings", which stretches the ribs and stimulates the liver meridian. This movement also helps relieve accumulated emotional stagnation. Among the senior practitioners I have contacted, nearly 70% claim that the discomfort in the cervical spine is improved after consistent practice. To explore the reasons, the spiral winding movement pattern can activate deep muscles and promote the secretion of synovial fluid in joints.
Where to find a master in Wudang Tai Chi
When looking for a master, you should focus on the teaching philosophy he upholds rather than superficial titles. Qualified teachers will emphasize "cultivating the mind before practicing boxing". When teaching moves such as "Grabbing the Bird's Tail" , Tai Chi For Diabetes will explain in detail the principle of exerting force wudang tai chi , it is recommended to use trial classes to carefully observe the interaction between teachers and students. Real inheritors usually pay more attention to the individual differences of students. Folk boxing clubs and professional training institutions each have their own advantages. The key lies in whether they can create a continuous and continuous improvement atmosphere.
When you were exposed to Wudang Tai Chi, what was the most difficult practice that troubled you? You are welcome to share your experiences and perceptions in the comment area. If the article is inspiring, please feel free to like it and support it.
