Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong

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Free Online Course: Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong provided by The Great Courses Plus is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 12 hours worth of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge.

Overview
  • Science shows that tai chi and qigong are good medicine and good exercise. Discover the secrets of these practices with this course taught by a tai chi champion.

    Topics Covered:

    • By This Expert
    • 01: The Snake and the Crane
    • 02: First Steps in a Journey
    • 03: Harmony and Balance
    • 04: The Ultimate Martial Art
    • 05: The Five Families of Tai Chi Practice
    • 06: Qigong and the Five Animal Frolics
    • 07: Energy Exercise-A Branch of Chinese Medicine
    • 08: The First Pillar of Practice-Forms
    • 09: The Second Pillar-Push Hands for Two
    • 10: The Third Pillar-Standing Meditation
    • 11: Benefits to the Heart and Immune System
    • 12: A Healthy Weight and a Healthy Mind
    • 13: Tai Chi Legends-Stories of the Masters
    • 14: Reading the Tai Chi Classics
    • 15: A Superior Workout-Use More of Your Muscles
    • 16: Eight Pieces of Brocade and a Better Back
    • 17: Tai Chi Weapons-When Hands Are Not Empty
    • 18: Using the Mind-Inner Organizing Principles
    • 19: Mental and Physical Flow
    • 20: Creating Space for Choices
    • 21: Flow at Work-When Business Is in Balance
    • 22: Energy Flow in Your Surroundings
    • 23: Taking Practice Deeper