Tai Chi Chuan: Form to Function is a detailed manual for the study of the martial techniques of tai chi chuan. It takes up where author Nigel Sutton's earlier title, Applied Tai Chi Chuan, left off, by setting out step-by-step the training exercises necessary for the mastery of tai chi chuan as a true combative art. Sutton outlines a well-defined program designed to lead to understanding and mastery of the useful self-defense techniques. Some of the...

Dr. Paul Lam offers precise step-by-step instructions, close-ups, plus front and back views of each exercise, a breakdown of the core movements, each of which can serve as a mini workout and six special Qi Gong breathing techniques to increase your energy level.

Step by step instructions for a tai chi workout that will help relieve the arthritis pain and give greater mobility.

Tai chi master Helen Liang demonstrates the 24-posture form in short, easy-to-follow sections. Appropriate for beginners and individuals at all fitness levels, this program presents a series of low-impact, whole-body exercises that can be accomplished in a 6-minute routine. Includes front and rear-view demonstrations.

This book gives you all the information you need to undertake a safe, health-improving exercise regimen. These ancient Chinese exercises are fun and low impact and help to alleviate the pains of arthritis, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, and many other "senior" diseases. The book presents an overview of the practice of t'ai chi-from the principles of the movements to the history of the art itself. It discusses various positions and helps you...

A running coach and nationally ranked ultra-marathon runner draws on the principles of t'ai chi to develop a comprehensive running program that promotes greater speed and distance with less effort while preventing injuries.

An Australian family physician, Dr Lam is one of the most experienced and respected tai chi teachers in the world. He has trained more than five thousand teachers using his unique teaching system based on more than 30 years' experience, the latest research relating to learning, tai chi philosophy and medical knowledge. This system, along with his teaching method, has been adopted by tai chi teachers worldwide, resulting in dramatic reductions in dropout...