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Master the Chinese martial art of T'ai Chi with this accessible, illustrated guide.T'aichi (Tai Chi) is an effortless and rhythmical art that stresses slow breathing, balanced and relaxed postures, and absolute calmness of mind. It requires no special equipment or place to practice and takes no more than ten minutes a day.This book, from renowned Tai Chi master, Cheng ManCh'ing, introduces T'aichi as a means to a healthier life, as a sport and as a method of selfdefense. It is a complete stepbystep manual for the beginner. With conscientious practice, readers will master the sequence of thirtyseven postures that will make up the T'aichi solo exercise. Students will learn how to progress from exercise to sport to selfdefense with maximum efficiency. The instructions are clear and easy to follow, and more than 275 photographs and 122 footweighting diagrams guarantee an understanding of the correct form.A history of T'aichi, including thumbnail sketches of famous masters, and the first English translation of the basic T'aichi document, known as the T'aichi Ch'uan Classics, are also included.
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- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has one hundred twenty-eight pages. It provides a detailed guide to mastering T'ai Chi.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is a paperback. It offers flexibility and ease of handling for readers.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures six inches in width, zero point thirty-one inches in depth, and nine point zero two inches in height. These dimensions make it easy to store and transport.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Cheng Man-Ch'ing, a renowned Tai Chi master. His expertise provides valuable insights for beginners.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The genre of this book is martial arts. It focuses specifically on the practice of T'ai Chi for health and self-defense.
- Q: How can I practice T'ai Chi using this book? A: You can practice T'ai Chi by following the step-by-step instructions in the book. It guides you through thirty-seven postures that form the T'ai Chi solo exercise.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for beginners. It provides clear instructions and photographs for easy understanding.
- Q: How much time do I need to practice T'ai Chi daily? A: You need no more than ten minutes each day to practice T'ai Chi. This makes it accessible for anyone with a busy schedule.
- Q: Can I use this book for self-defense training? A: Yes, this book includes methods for self-defense. It transitions from exercise to sport and then to self-defense efficiently.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book contains more than two hundred seventy-five illustrations. These visuals help clarify the correct form for each posture.
- Q: What kind of diagrams are included in the book? A: The book includes one hundred twenty-two foot-weighting diagrams. These diagrams illustrate the correct weight distribution for each posture.
- Q: What additional content does the book offer? A: The book includes a history of T'ai Chi and sketches of famous masters. It also features the first English translation of the T'ai Chi Ch'uan Classics.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, this is a used book in good condition. It remains a valuable resource for those interested in T'ai Chi.
- Q: What publisher released this book? A: This book is published by Tuttle Publishing. They are known for their quality publications in martial arts.
- Q: Is there any special equipment needed to practice T'ai Chi? A: No, no special equipment is needed. You can practice T'ai Chi anywhere without any additional tools.