Chia Siew Pang

The complets set of 44 postions in Tai Chi-the ancient Cinese martial art now much prized as a form of exercise-is presented here in minute detail. This verison of Tai Chi taught by the late Master Cheng Mun Ch'ng takes only 7-8 minutes to complete.

Step-by-step, Tai Chi Master Chia Siew Pang demonstrates every move over 590 photographs and 295 diagrams; how to exend a limb from the main joint, how and when to turn, how to distribute weight between the feet, how to keep a level height and correct posture while maintaining a continuous graceful flow in the exercise.

In only ten minutes, these apparently effortless movements can stimulate blood circulation, increasing the pulse rate considerably. At the same time, the concentration of pressure on the lower limbs dissipates tension in the upper region of the body, contributing to an inner calm.

Tai Chi, whose value to health and mental relaxation is universally recognised, can be performed by anyone-young and old, men or women-and at any place and time, with absolutely no special equipment.

Contents

Introduction
The heritage of tai chi
Tai chi for health
The tai chi exercise
The training program
Relaxation exercise
Positions 1-13
Positions 14-20
Positions 21-31
Positions 32-44
Summary of Yang's tai chi
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