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