Tai Chi practicing
- Wenli TCM
- Aug 1
- 1 min read
The weather was absolutely beautiful today. The sunshine was warm and comforting, but the air temperature was still quite low. It actually felt colder indoors than outside, which made me want to spend more time moving around in the fresh air.
While practicing Tai Chi, some people asked me whether it is better to perform the movements quickly or slowly. Personally, I believe that the core of Tai Chi lies in the breath. The movements should naturally follow the rhythm of your breathing. When your breathing becomes slow, deep, and gentle, your movements will naturally slow down as well. However, if you deliberately try to make the movements as slow as possible, your breathing may become restricted and the movements can lose their natural quality.
In Qigong practice, there is an emphasis on breathing through the heels. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the kidneys are regarded as the root of Qi, and the heels are considered the root of the Kidney Meridian. For this reason, every movement in Tai Chi should originate from the action of the heels. If heel movement is neglected during practice, not only will the benefits of Tai Chi be greatly reduced, but incorrect practice may even place unnecessary strain on the body.
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