The ancient practice of Tai Chi has been shown to have a beneficial effect in health improvement. This specially designed Tai Chi program for children helps them to learn whilst taking part in fun activities whilst developing their mind & body. It is designed in easy to follow elements to capture their attention, integrating imagery & games to add appeal for the kids. Teachers & parents have also found improvement in their children's sport & academic studies after doing Tai Chi & it has been introduced into some schools to encourage children to concentrate on their lessons. An introductory section for teachers & parents provides information on Tai Chi & how to teach the exercises. Starting with a fun gathering in the park, Dr Lam & Cheryl Lee Player teach the program including warming up & cooling down exercises. ...

Dr Lam has designed this easy-to-learn, valuable & safe course of exercise for people with osteoporosis. Medical studies have found that Tai Chi improves balance, reduces falls & slows down the loss of bone density. Tai Chi movements from these studies have been built-in to this programme. Medical experts give an explanation of the causes & symptoms of osteoporosis & explain how a Tai Chi exercise regime can be helpful. No prior knowledge of Tai Chi is required as Dr Lam explains in easy, step-by-step instructions. ...

Tai Chi is a relaxed, fluid, non impact exercise form that promotes inner tranquility. It is a simple yet profound daily routine for people of all ages. Here Tricia Yu offers instruction in the fundamentals of Tai Chi. It is based on the traditional Yang Style of Tai Chi & also the Movement & Mind/ Body principles for both physical & mental well being. ...

Featuring over 240 photographs & illustrations, this title shows how to use the ancient art of Tai Chi for health, suppleness & well-being. It defines the system as "strength within softness", poetry in motion & "moving harmony". It takes the reader through the Yang-style Short Form Tai Chi movement sequences. ...

Martial arts action from director Yuen Woo Ping. Tienbao (Chin Siu-hou) & Junbao (Jet Li) are lifelong friends whose friendship is tested to its limits when Tienbao becomes a follower of the military regime, & Junbao joins a group of military rebels. When Tienbao betrays the rebels & Junbao, Junbao has to take on his old friend at whatever the cost. Michelle Yeo co-stars. ...

Mark Peters presents this guide, for practitioners of all levels, to the stick & staff form of tai chi. The stick form was taught to Mark by Master Liang He Ching of Malaysia. This straight stick form is as relevant today as when it was first developed; it is practical & can be just as easily applied to an umbrella or walking stick, allowing you to protect yourself in everyday life. Both forms are demonstrated move-by-move from two camera angles & include example applications. ...