Description
For nearly 5,000 years, people have practiced T'ai Chi as a way to prolong life, build strength and stamina, improve concentration, and achieve psychological balance. Hundreds of millions of satisfied customers can't be wrong. Whether you already dabble in T'ai Chi and would like to get a deeper understanding of the basics, or you're only thinking about trying it and want to find out more before you take the plunge, T'ai Chi For Dummies is for you. In plain English, Therese Iknoian and Manny Fuentes demystify T'ai Chi principles and practices for Westerners. They unravel exotic sounding terms and concepts and break down movements in ways that more traditional instructors and authors either can't or won't. And with the help of crystal-clear illustrations and step-by-step instructions, they get you on track with a T'ai Chi fitness program guaranteed to help you:
Increase balance and flexibility
Combat fatigue and reduce stress
Tone muscles
Unlock your power centers and boost energy
Improve focus and concentration
Breathe "mindfully" and meditate
Enhance your sense of inner peace and well-being
Discover just how easy it can be to make T'ai Chi and its sister discipline Qigong part of your everyday life. With this friendly reference as your guide you'll quickly master the basic movements and forms, as well as:
T'ai Chi's Yang 24-Movement Form
Qigong and Push Hands techniques
Techniques that help speed recovery from specific injuries
T'ai Chi movements for aerobic exercise
Exercise is good for the body and soul. Now let Therese Iknoian and Manny Fuentes show you how to energize, find inner peace, and tone your muscles with the gentle art of T'ai Chi.
About the Author
Geraldine Woods is the author of more than 40 books, including the popular English Grammar For Dummies. She has taught high school and middle school English for over 25 years.
More Details
- Contributor: Therese Iknoian
- Imprint: For Dummies
- ISBN13: 9780764553516
- Number of Pages: 368
- Packaged Dimensions: 188x234x25mm
- Packaged Weight: 499
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Release Date: 2001-08-15
- Binding: Paperback / softback
- Biography: Geraldine Woods is the author of more than 40 books, including the popular English Grammar For Dummies. She has taught high school and middle school English for over 25 years.
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