Chen Style Taijiquan: History, Philosophy and Techniques

This book reveals the secrets of the Chen Style Taijiquan techniques, a very effective style of Chinese martial arts. It describes in detail the basic and advanced techniques of the martial arts and contains information on the history, philosophy, and psychophysical aspects of Chen Style Taijiquan.
The book contains more than 400 illustrations and a detailed description of the characteristics of the style techniques. It will be helpful to anyone studying martial arts.
Contents:
Introduction
Chapter One. Theoretical and Philosophical Aspects of Taijiquan
Chapter Two. Basic Techniques of Taijiquan
Hand Forms
Stances
Chapter Three. Formal Techniques of Taijiquan
The Thirty-Eight Forms of Chen Style Taijiquan
Chapter Four. Tuishou
The Theory of Tuishou
The Techniques of Tuishou
1. Dingbu Danzhang (Single Palm with Constant Step)
2. Hobu Danzhang (Single Palm with Moving Step)
3. Dingbu Si Zheng (Four Straight with a Constant Step)
4. Siyu Dalui or Sijiao Dalui (High Transmittance at Four Angles)
5. Ziyu Dalui (Free Great Passing)
Chapter Five. Internal Practice (Nei Gong) in Taijiquan
Fundamental Principles and Methods
Tiao Shen (Body Regulation)
Tiao Xi (Breathing Regulation)
Tiao Xin (Regulating Consciousness)
The ''Young Dragon Ascending to the Clouds'' Qigong Routine
Conclusion