Chen Style Taijiquan: History, Philosophy and Techniques

This book reveals the secrets of the Chen Style Taijiquan techniques, a very effective style of Chinese martial arts. It describes in detail the basic and advanced techniques of the martial arts and contains information on the history, philosophy, and psychophysical aspects of Chen Style Taijiquan. The book contains more than 400 illustrations and a detailed description of the characteristics of the style techniques. It will be helpful to anyone studying martial arts. Contents: Introduction Chapter One. Theoretical and Philosophical Aspects of Taijiquan Chapter Two. Basic Techniques of Taijiquan Hand Forms Stances Chapter Three. Formal Techniques of Taijiquan The Thirty-Eight Forms of Chen Style Taijiquan Chapter Four. Tuishou The Theory of Tuishou The Techniques of Tuishou 1. Dingbu Danzhang (Single Palm with Constant Step) 2. Hobu Danzhang (Single Palm with Moving Step) 3. Dingbu Si Zheng (Four Straight with a Constant Step) 4. Siyu Dalui or Sijiao Dalui (High Transmittance at Four Angles) 5. Ziyu Dalui (Free Great Passing) Chapter Five. Internal Practice (Nei Gong) in Taijiquan Fundamental Principles and Methods Tiao Shen (Body Regulation) Tiao Xi (Breathing Regulation) Tiao Xin (Regulating Consciousness) The ''Young Dragon Ascending to the Clouds'' Qigong Routine Conclusion