(5) Silk Reeling: Basic Concepts Part 3.1 | Tai Chi Basics

This is the 5th video in a series which describes Silk Reeling (Chan Si Jin and Chan Si Gong), which is a vitally important aspect of Tai Chi training. The first videos of this series discuss the theory and concepts of Silk Reeling. Later videos will demonstrate Silk Reeling exercises and explain how to incorporate Silk Reeling into Tai Chi form training. There are a lot of videos out there that teach Silk Reeling exercises without giving any in-depth understanding of what makes those exercises useful. This video series is meant to fill in the gaps. If you know anyone who would benefit from this video, please share it with them. If this video was helpful for you, leave a Super Thanks by clicking the "THANKS" button next to the "like" and "dislike" buttons under this video and leaving a donation. 🌟 Donate to Support my YouTube Chanel🌟: paypal.me/andrewplitt 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member of my YouTube Channel🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com #taiji #taichi #taijiquan #taichichuan

(3) Silk Reeling: Basic Concepts Part 2.1 | Tai Chi Basics

Here is the third video in a new series all about the basics of Silk Reeling. These videos cover what Silk Reeling is, how to incorporate it into the exercises that are often called Silk Reeling, and how to apply it during your Tai Chi training. In this video a common misconception in the concept of gathering energy to the inside of the foot and releasing it to the outside of the foot is discussed. I also discuss how this concept relates to Silk Reeling. Stay tuned for the release of the second part of this video in the near future.

(2) Silk Reeling: Part 1.2 | Tai Chi Basics

This is the second video in a series that discusses the basic concepts of Silk Reeling (Chansi) which as a necessary component of Tai Chi practice. Very often Silk Reeling is taught as a set of exercises (Chan Si Gong), but the internal components of those exercises are never explained or are poorly explained.  This video series is meant to give you a deeper understanding of what Silk Reeling is and how to apply it in your Silk Reeling Exercises and your Taiji training. 

(1) Silk Reeling: Basic Concepts Part 1.1 | Tai Chi Basics

This is the first video in a series that takes a deep dive into silk reeling.  The first videos in this series are meant to give you a theoretical and conceptual understanding of what Silk Reeling is and how to apply it in your Tai Chi practice.  Videos in the latter portion of this series will teach you actual silk reeling exercises so you can work on developing your silk reeling skills. 

Silk Reeling (Chan si) has to primary components in Tai Chi practice. The first is Silk Reeling Energy (Chan Si Jin) which consists of all the spirally motion through the body that turns a movement into a Tai Chi movements.  The other aspect is Silk Reeling Training (Chan Si Gong) which consists mainly of the exercises used to develop and refine the Silk Reeling Energy/motion (Chan Si Jin). 

There are many videos out there that teach the movements of Silk Reeling Training (Chan Si Gong) without teaching the principles of motion that turn those movements into Silk Reeling Training.  This series is meant to fill in the gaps and make sure that you are getting the most out of your Silk Reeling and Tai Chi training. 

Dan Tian and Hui Yin Concepts - Basics Part 10: Daily Standing Meditatio...

This video provides details about the Dan Tian location and how the Hui Yin plays into abdominal breathing.  This is more of a conceptual Zhan Zhuang (standing post) qigong than a demonstration video, but it explains very important concepts for correct Zhan Zhuang practice. 

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Basics Part 2: Daily Standing Meditation (Zhan Zhuang Qigong)

This is the 2nd video in a series that covers the basic principles, structure, and intention that is necessary for good Standing Qigong/Zhan Zhuang Qigong practice. Because Zhan Zhuang is the exercise that instills the foundational principles of Taiji structure, on which all Tai Chi movement is based, it is very important that you have a clear understanding of what you are doing when you practice Standing Post Qigong. Remember to practice the principles in each of these videos until it is second nature to you, before you move on to the next video in this series. Approaching your training step-by-step will give you far better results than learning all of the principles at once and trying to apply them all at once. Always build your foundation and walls before you build your roof. 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com #meditation #basics #taiji #taichi #taijiquan #taichichuan #standingpost #zhanzhuang #standing

Basics Part 1: Daily Standing Meditation (Zhan Zhuang Qigong)

This is the first video in a series that covers the basic principles, structure, and intention that is necessary for good Standing Qigong/Zhan Zhuang Qigong practice. Because Zhan Zhuang is the exercise that instills the foundational principles of Taiji structure, on which all Tai Chi movement is based, it is very important that you have a clear understanding of what you are doing when you practice Standing Post Qigong. Remember to practice the principles in each of these videos until it is second nature to you, before you move on to the next video in this series. Approaching your training step-by-step will give you far better results than learning all of the principles at once and trying to apply them all at once. Always build your foundation and walls before you build your roof. 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com #meditation #basics #taiji #taichi #taijiquan #taichichuan #standingpost #zhanzhuang #standing

(12) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-13 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-13 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this "connecting moves" series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join 0:03 Intro 0:36 Review of movements 1-13 (Front View) 10:11 Follow-along with moves 1-12 (Back View) 20:25 Closing Thoughts To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

Keep Your Knees Safe During Tai Chi - Part 2 | Taiji Basics

If you experience knee pain after practicing Tai Chi, there is a good chance that you are making a common mistake, or two, while training. In this video I cover several of the common Tai Chi mistakes people make that put their knees at greater risk of injury. Many people practice Tai Chi because they want to keep their joints healthy, but without proper technique their practice can work against them. Stay safe and healthy! - Error 3 - Peng and Silk-Reeling 0:04 (This video covers Silk-Reeling. Peng was discussed at the end of the previous video.) - Error 4 - Incorrect Weight Distribution 2:42 - Recap of Common Errors - 8:18 - Exercise for Tweaked Knees - 9:20 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #kneepain #knee #safety

Keep Your Knees Safe While Doing Tai Chi - Part 1 | Taiji Basics

If you experience knee pain after practicing Tai Chi, there is a good chance that you are making a common mistake, or two, while training. In this video I cover several of the common Tai Chi mistakes people make that put their knees at greater risk of injury. Many people practice Tai Chi because they want to keep their joints healthy, but without proper technique their practice can work against them. This is only Part 1, so be sure to check back for Part 2 to learn about even more mistakes that you want to avoid while practicing Taiji. Stay safe and healthy! Error 1 - Twisting the Leg 0:42 Error 2 - Knee-Toe Alignment 5:42 Error 3 - Peng and Silk-Reeling 7:47 (This video covers Peng and Silk-Reeling is discussed in the next video, so be sure to watch it too) 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #kneepain #knee #safety

(11) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-12 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-12 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this "connecting moves" series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join 0:45 Review of movements 1-12 (Front View) 9:51 Follow-along with moves 1-12 (Back View) 19:34 Closing Thoughts To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

Yang Tai Chi 10 Form Demo - Front View

This form is a perfect starting point for anyone who is interested in learning Tai Chi. It contains only 10 movements which are practiced on each side. It is easy to remember and takes very little time to perform. So it is great for busy people. Additionally, it contains important Tai Chi movements that can help build a solid foundation for learning more Tai Chi later. This video demonstrates the Yang Tai Chi 10 Posture Form front the front view. Subsequent videos will show this form from the back view and will give detailed instructions on how to perform this set of movements. 

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(10) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-11 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-11 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this "connecting moves" series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join 0:34 Review of movements 1-10 (Front View) 9:20 Follow-along with moves 1-10 (Back View) 18:46 Closing Thoughts To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

(9) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-10 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-10 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this "connecting moves" series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join 0:40 Review of movements 1-10 (Front View) 7:57 Follow-along with moves 1-10 (Back View) 15:54 Closing Thoughts To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

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(8) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-9 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-9 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this "connecting moves" series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

(7) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-8 (Follow along)

This video connects the movements of the Yang Tai Chi 24 Form that you learned in my other instruction series. If you have not learned this form yet, you can learn each movement in detail here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzIKxB72CMCB1tnuTvM9mB8tUsgw9hCO This video shows moves 1-8 of the Tai Chi 24 Form from the front view and from behind so you can follow along. You can see the first video in this connecting moves series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Juo6r2_97M 🔥Become a Channel Supporting Member🔥: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr9shfS_qL2AsefjiUejrqA/join To see the names of all of the moves in this form visit: https://sites.google.com/view/andrewplitt/tai-chi-forms For more information about Andrew Plitt: http://AndrewPlitt.com 🍵Order Joint Tea today at🍵: Andrew.PureTrim.com (Be sure to check out the free shipping options) #taichi #taiji #taijiquan #taichichuan #learnathome #trainathome #24form

(6) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-7 (Follow along)

Here is the most recent video in my "Connecting Moves" series for the Tai Chi 24 Form. In this video I will take you through moves 1-7 of the Tai Chi 24 From from two different angles that will allow you to follow along and practice connecting these movements. If you have any questions, please post them in the video's comment section. Stay safe and healthy!

(7) Rooting Fundamentals - Part 4 | Taiji Basics

This is the 7th video in my Taiji Basics series. In this video the use of the Yongquan point (aka: bubbling well, or Kidney-1 point) on the bottom of the foot is discussed in relation to Taiji training. in greater detail in the next video. This video is part of a series of videos that discuss basic Tai Chi theories and principles for correct training, so be sure to check out the previous videos in this series and keep an eye out for future videos in this series. This is a lecture/theory video only. No exercises are demonstrated in this video. The purpose of this video is to help fill any gaps in Tai Chi practitioner's understanding of the basic concepts of Tai Chi training. Watch the previous video in this series here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YROaYf7zK20

(5) Tai Chi 24 Form: Connecting Moves 1-6 (Follow along)

If you have been learning the Tai Chi 24 form from my YouTube channel, this video will be very helpful.  In this video I show you how to connect moves 1-6 of the Tai Chi 24 form.  If you have not already learned these movements, click on the links below to learn each movement individually, then come back and watch this video to see how to put them all together. 

1. Begin Taiji
2. Parting the Horse's Mane: 3x
3. White Crane Spreads Its Wings
4. Brush Knee and Push: 3x
5. Playing the Lute
6. Step Back and Repulse the Monkey 

Taiji Basics: Footwork Fundamentals - Part 3