

Tai Chi transfers energy in the form of a vibration much like a whip which has no tension. Proper structure is held with a minimum of muscular exertion with gravity providing the downward stacking, providing power from the root into the ground.

Relax and loosen all the joints, particularly the shoulders and elbows, and sink them so that they are flexible, connected and are able to integrate into proper structure. The upper back is slightly bowed outward while the pelvis is tucked under. The chest is kept slightly depressed inward which helps enables one’s breath to sink to the lower belly.

The image to model is “hanging by a string from the top of one’s head” such that the head and neck align by the force of gravity alone. Stand straight, relax your neck and suspend the head naturally erect from the crown point without strain or tension.
