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(Message started by: JenniferD on May 20^th, 2007, 11:58am)

Title: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by JenniferD on May 20^th, 2007, 11:58am

I've been thinking of learning tai chi and have doing a lot of research. Anyone do it? Do you attend a class or use a video?

I think it would be pretty cool to do in the morning (hopefully not alone!).

Any input?

Jen

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by Redd on May 20^th, 2007, 12:13pm

If you are interested in it, then I say go for it. Learning something new, something that gets your body moving, and quiets the mind..

ahh food for the soul....

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by chewy on May 20^th, 2007, 12:18pm

I did Tai Chi my last trip to Vegas and she............your talking about something differant aren't you?

I know a lot of people who do Tai Chi. They tell me its invigorating and stimulating. Go for it.

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by thebbz on May 20^th, 2007, 12:23pm

I've seen people doing this on the beach. Looks pretty funny.
I would think this would do alot for the circulation, disposition and so on. Couldn't hurt. Enjoy.
jb

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by cynjeep89 on May 20^th, 2007, 1:35pm

I attended some tai chi classes for a while after years of Shotokan karate caused my bad knees to become even worse.

I found it to be very calming and the low impact movements were very good for toning of the muscles. Very slow movements but a lot of control is necessary.

I would first get a DVD to see if it is something you would enjoy and if it is, check out either the YWCA, YMCA or some of the schools around the area. Many of them offer classes for decent prices.

You might also consider checking out yoga which is also very cool.

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by tanner on May 20^th, 2007, 1:42pm

Hi Jen, oddly enough after some reasearch and advice from those wiser then me Linda and I will be signing up for classes as soon as we get settled in Texas (soon) ;;D ;;D ;;D

Wish we could do it pyhsically with you ( and no Jeffie I meant that the nice way ), Lin and I would be proud to be your Tai chi chuan partners.

Hoping you are well and happy :)......Tim

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by wildhaus on May 20^th, 2007, 1:50pm

Marta (my wife) did Tei-Chi in Austin TX before we moved back to Switzerland
I think she did it for a year or so………… in a class,

Now she is doing (if I have the name right) Power Yoga and from what she told
me she likes it better as a way to keep in shape and for stress reduction……..

Sorry can’t help you more……….. I will ask Marta to look at it if you like……
and answer you directly……..

Michael

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by Jonny on May 20^th, 2007, 2:01pm

I do it everyday for peace of mind.....it dont do crap for HA's.

PM your address and I will send you this DVD....I know it inside out, so its no good to me ;;D

http://im1.shutterfly.com/procserv/47b7db01b3127cce84937066b38700000025108AZM2bNk5bM6

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by fubar on May 21^st, 2007, 11:52am

Tai Chi isn't very complicated or strenuous. It's a good thing to learn.

-Fu

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by Lobster on May 21^st, 2007, 12:28pm

Ironically, I am drinking a mug of Chai Tea right now.

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by chewy on May 21^st, 2007, 2:22pm

Quote:

Ironically, I am drinking a mug of Chai Tea right now.

Dont over exert yourself. Make sure your sitting and sip slowly.

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by MikkaB on May 21^st, 2007, 3:40pm

I've done Tai Chi using a video. I really liked it. Wave hands like clouds.

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by Mosaicwench on May 21^st, 2007, 5:00pm

on 05/21/07 at 12:28:32, Lobster wrote:

Ironically, I am drinking a mug of Chai Tea right now.

Damn lobster, you beat me to it!

I was going to say I love tai chi with a biscotti in the morning . . . . oh no wait - that's chai tea . . . .

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by Lotus on May 21^st, 2007, 5:29pm

H Jen

Tai chi is great if you learn it properly. However, its almost impossible to learn it from just DVD alone. Its a form of martial art. You cant learn say Tai Kwon Do watching DVDs alone and be any good at it. You need to have an instructor, preferably a good one.

Its best to watch a DVD first to get some idea then to attend classes. If you want to be serious about it even check out the qualification and experience of the teachers, not all teachers are the same.

You can learn the basic hand movement and leg work from DVD but you wont get the exact posture, the exact moves, how low should the hands be, what breaths to take when and the rest of the body movement with each move etc right.

Tai Chi means Big Air or Big Power, its about utilising internal power by movement of different muscle groups and air through breathing. Its fine art to get it right. Ideally you need to learn the basics of abdominal breathing as well.

It depends on how serious you are about learning and practising it of course. However, if you really want to get the benefit out of it for health, both physical and mental, then you need to attend classes.

Have fun and enjoy :)

Annette

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by kcopelin on May 21^st, 2007, 5:45pm

I really enjoy Tai Chi. When I started, using a DVD, I had to hold onto things for balance. Now my balance is improved, my flexibility is improved and I believe I may be an inch taller ;;D
Its relaxing and graceful, but doesn't really do anything for my headaches.

PFDAN y'all
kathy

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by E-Double on May 21^st, 2007, 7:10pm

I took classes and found it very relaxing.

I also studied Taekwondo, Shotokan and a bit of Aikijutsu.

Wanna spar Cyn ;;D

Title: Re: Any thoughts on tai chi?
Post by cynjeep89 on May 21^st, 2007, 7:49pm

I enjoyed the katas more than sparring, Dub. The only time I enjoyed sparring was the week after I had broken up with my boyfriend who was a black belt in my class. Being his junior, I was permitted to go full force where as he had to go with a controlled spar. Loved it!!

Didn't you find it hard to go from Taekwando to Shotokan? The stances in Shotokan are so much lower and the style isn't as flowery as Taekwando....that's why I enjoyed Shotokan.

Practiced a few times with my brother's Taekwando class and found their stances and punches very hard to get used to.