New Perspectives Tai Chi-An Introductory Guide to the Chinese Art of Movement

by Paul Crompton

2000

Description

A martial art, tai chi is gentle, yet effective exercise. Focusing on coordination, rhythm, and breathing, tai chi integrates the body as a balanced whole. New Perspectives: Tai Chi is an essential introduction to this ancient art, and includes approximately 100 illustrations to ensure proper posture and safety.

Library's review

Tai chi is a Chinese system of soft and gentle exercise characterized by co-oridinated and rhythmic movements designed to promote general fitness and well-being. Paul Crompton gives a wonderful introductioin to this ancient art, describing the correct use of the postures and movements, and guiding

the reader towards finding their own understanding of tai chi,

Find out how tai chi developed.
Learn about the different styles of tai chi.
Discover the benefits of tai chi.
Improve your mental and physical well-being.

Paul Crompton has studied martial arts for over 40 years, and is an internationally recognized expert in these areas. He has written extensively on the martial arts and his books include A Practical Introduction: Tai Chi and Walking Meditation.

Contents

Introduction
1 The history of tai chi
2 The postures and movements of tai chi
3 Push hands and combat
4 Tai chi weapons
5 Tai chi and allied martial arts
6 Chi kung
7 The I-Ching, yin-yang and the five elements
8 Tai chi poetry
9 Herbal remedies and food
10 Tai chi breathing
11 Tai chi today
Further reading and glossary (bibliography)
Useful addresses
Index

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