{"product_id":"the-mind-inside-yang-tai-chi-by-henry-yinghao-zhuang-9781594393532","title":"The Mind Inside Yang Tai Chi","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the anticipated follow-up to the author's previous work, \u003ci\u003eThe Mind Inside Tai Chi\u003c\/i\u003e (YMAA, 2015). In this edition, he turns his attention to Yang style, guiding you through the 22-step form with an eye for detail and a love of nuance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Tai chi is born from wuji, a state of emptiness,\" Zhuang writes. \"Empty the mind. There is no yin or yang, no you or others.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom this state of balance and grace, the author leads you through the Yang form, one step at a time. Illustrations with motion arrows guide your physical movements, while Zhuang's \"mind approach\" helps you appreciate the subtleties of each posture. Rich descriptions and vivid imagery bring the art to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBegin with \"nothing\" by stilling the body and mind.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChannel your intent to stimulate the flow of chi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLearn the entire 22-step Yang form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eExplore the \"mind approach,\" discovering a deeper understanding of each posture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe author instructs you on correct physical posture, footwork, weight distribution, and tempo. He also describes subtle aspects of the form, including vision, relaxation, and the flow of chi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe history and lineage of Yang style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePhotographs of the author performing each posture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMotion arrows depicting the movements of the entire form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unfamiliar with Yang style, \u003ci\u003eThe Mind Inside Yang Tai Chi\u003c\/i\u003e is the perfect place to begin. If you are a longtime practitioner, Henry Zhuang's insight will deepen your appreciation for this art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47599741796588,"sku":"9781594393532","price":32.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3d787fde008be323db41c52362164d2f.jpg?v=1778021735","url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/products\/the-mind-inside-yang-tai-chi-by-henry-yinghao-zhuang-9781594393532","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}