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Great beginner's video Ann. Love your shoes. They'd be perfect for my many times fractured ankles and toes. Please tell me the maker and provider. It would be much appreciated.
@@orosedobheathaabhaile sorry that my reply didn't go through, Rosie. Those are vintage Puma Speedcats. Here are their current styles us.puma.com/us/en/womens/classics/speedcat
I really like how the top-down camera helps give a visual of how you are displacing your weight and moving through the stances. This is really excellent, thank you!
You are the first person to compliment on this! We spent so much effort doing this so y'all can see better. And it was a lot of fun! Thanks for taking the time to write something nice and encouraging :)
I like your teaching manner Anne. You are right this is much better for you when enjoying nature. Did you know this is a remarkable recovery technique for stroke victims. One student with cognitive difficulties, and balance issues, along with memory, and speech issues was helped immensely by something similar to your technique. After a few months you would hardly know he had any issues from his stroke, and this practice was only started more than a year after his stroke. His wife, and he were very happy with his progress. I was blown away seeing how Tai Chi was healing him. I wanted him to get the most out his (what I called Tao Walking) as I wanted to allow him maximum nerve pathway development. So each day as he got stronger, he challenged his balance, and strength, and each day was a little better. When you come down to it that's all any of us can ask.
Thank you so much for sharing, Len! Tai chi really is amazing for so many health conditions! I have taught both chair and standing tai chi to folks recovering from strokes. Recently, I taught an anesthesiologist who swears by his tai chi and yoga practices for stroke recovery. I appreciate your comment!
Ann Swanson Wellness Hi again Ann. It's very cool that you were involved in wellness support with sitting tai chi classes. Was that a shortened Yang set? I like your teaching method, it is very supportive, well structured, and interesting. There was another element we found helpful in mind and balance, as well as focus, etc. You know that old exercise of holding the ball, and feeling that energy and its movements while walking. That has a very large stimulus effect, but the caveat is that students should be aware of their personal energy levels, and not do too much. Rome wasn't built in a day, small increments are best. Just as much as feels good. Any shaky ness, or being tired meant it was now tea time. 😊 When I lived in Toronto I learned and became involved with Taoist Tai Chi. A senior member of the society noticed how interested I was in the health recovery, senior, and sitting groups, and asked if I was interested. I joined several groups, and learned about health issues and how the structure of movement within our body systems support and enables being adapted to all sorts of situations and people. I worked with a number of people observing and offering guidance. Those friendships and experiences are amongst my greatest treasures,
What a great refresher on the fundamentals from when I was enrolled in Tai Chi classes: Hang from the crown (don’t look down), shift the weight: one foot empties as the other fills, shift and turn from the hips, step lightly. Some of our best classes began with variations of standing meditation followed by this style of meditative walking. Tai Chi walking and Push Hands were my favorites. You are a great teacher!
I love that lesson too, and the way it makes you feel. Imagine a couple of hairs gently lifting and stretching your head upward from the centre of your crown. At that accomplishment now imagine you are a baby wearing a fully loaded diaper gently stretching your centre downwards while keeping your waist and backs as relaxed as possible. Imagine that gentle stretch and the relaxation that contracts in a cycle with your steps. A little more advanced...If you like you you can picture your spine and joints with movements upwards and downwards gently separating vertebrae slightly apart, stretching and contracting gently circulating synovial fluid throughout your spine. I've always considered this my core tai chi exercise. If I have time for nothing else I do a little of this when ever I can make time.
Excellent instruction and demonstration. This fundamental practice of Tai Chi is often overlooked as students focus on the form and hand movements. However, the root of movements comes from the feet and the relaxed concentration and correct alignment are very important to develop at an early stage - and to continually revisit. You have a superb teaching style that your students will benefit from.
The root is the dan tien and it connects to the earth through the relaxed legs to the feet and into the earth. The dan tien leads the way. The hips turn to face the direction of the foot you are moving towards. Also keeping the same level involves both knees being bent. I think that the step works as a mid-foot strike. That is what the barefoot runners and we who pay attention to them do. (of course there are specific places in the form where a heel-toe step is called for.)
@@daala6698 Yes, I think the Dan Tien is so important and fundamental to all movement in Taiji. One of my teachers, John Kells, when asked where is the root, would say that he feels it above his head. His sinking was so deep and relaxed that when I practised push-hands with him it was if he wasn't there and then it would feel like he was on top of me and there was no escape. I don't know enough to explain this, but perhaps it could be something to do with the upper Dan Tien. Like many things in Taiji, we are often only aware of the things which our own level has experienced.
@@markdonovan1540 that is so beautiful. I also partner dance and I feel like I can relate to that description with some dances too. The great thing about tai chi is it is a lifelong practice and there is always more to learn! I know the depth of our practices when we are in our 90's will be a whole new feeling. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks but it would be good to make this with a tight or short instead of a very large pants so that we could see all the rotations of the legs and knees!
It's all in the foot, toe, heel postions. Your knees will follow. Your feet and knees control the hips, and of course, the rest of your legs. Somehow they've been teaching this for centuries in baggy pants.
@@AnnSwansonWellness Years ago a Tai Chi teacher taught me an arm motion that he learned from his teacher, that is supposed to be good for arthritis: pretend you have a cup of liquid in your palm, arm outstretched to your side, then rotate the arm through a spiral, bringing the cup under your arm, and continuing back up from where you started. Then reverse the direction. I don't know if there's a name for it, but it certainly does help your flexibility.
Thank you for the detail, slowness, and repetition. They are all especially necessary when learning from video vs classroom setting where the instructor can observe and modify.
Excellent details! The strength building, coordination, balance, agility, stability building is phenomenal! Slow as you go, repeat and build on it as you go gives satisfying results.
@@kongvinter33 I think it has quite a bit more depth than that. It is a philosophy and tradition with ancient roots. There is some stretching but also strengthening, balance, meditative qualities and more! There is so much depth and so much to learn! That's the fun part :)
I love how you mention to keep the kua open to protect your knee. many people tend to close their kua when they shift the weight, causing their knee joint to become twisted, which is the most common cause of knee pain during Taiji training.
Agreed! If practiced correctly, it can help your joints and arthritis pain. But if practiced with a twisted or unstable knee, it could make it worse. Thanks for the insightful comment and noticing :)
After a foot operation I have just done my first Tai Chi lesson at a local community centre on Monday this week with the aim of restoring my sense of balance and achieve some fitness in a gentle way - I joined a class that has been going for a while so I followed and mimicked what the other students were doing - I was a little awed by the movement of the other students and their dexterity - even the walking steps - I found this demonstration excellent - it clearly explained the walking steps and provided a useful mantra that I was able to memorise quickly - Many thanks - I am very grateful
I am so glad you enjoyed it! I have other tai chi videos that will help your balance. I think you'll enjoy this playlist, especially the video on balance: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Excellent job teaching the sequence for the Tai CHi Walk. I've been doing it on and off for three years so far. Sometimes, I'm walking like a cat - smoothly and softly and, sometimes I feel like Godzilla stopping Tokyo. It is an important skill. It'll help teach you to pay attention to your feet and help you walk on ice. Yes, you will use it. Really. If you learn the Yang 24 set, you'll use the Tai Chi walk in the first half of the set.
Ann Swanson this is the best video I’ve seen on Tai Chi walking it has helped me with the foot movements and now allow me to focus on the hands movements Thank You so much deeply appreciate your instruction
As others have stated, the instruction here is so clear. I've never done any Tai Chi before, but this has become part of my daily routine. It has helped my knees and my balance, and my 'regular' walking as well. Thank you so much! Will definitely check out your app.
Thank you so much for commenting this, Scott! I am glad it is helping your knees. Definitely check out the app for ease of use, and this playlist includes others that are great for a daily routine :) ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! Just a couple of minutes of this, and I had more tendons popping than a pan of JiffyPop. My psosas are so bound up from a hernia mesh intrusion that walking is often very painful. This had dramatic immediate positive results as opposed to physical therapies that only created more pain without much benefit. Acupuncture got too expensive as did laser treatments, but this worked better than all the above!! I'm subscribing right now. :-)
Thank you very much. You are a great teacher. Before you it was very difficult to me make these Steps. I loved the idea of “The Mantra”. I will continue learning with you.
You are so welcome! To best continue learning with me, I recommend my free app: www.annswansonwellness.com/app That's the easiest way, including live sessions and upcoming tai chi courses. And if you like learning on RUclips, check out this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Light color paints. Dark color blends in and it can be difficult to tell the difference from one leg to other. Less flowing pants. Again it can be difficult to tell which leg is moving. Love your classes .
Excellent video. This is, essentially, what I learned to do during slow walking meditation years ago at a zen monastery. However, this is a unique technique which can compliment walking meditation. Meditation is meditation in any posture! 😊👍🏾
@@lauravf3708 I learned a similar technique at Thích Nhất Hạnh’s Deer Park monastery in California. I forgot to mention that some Theravāda monks (such as myself) practice very slow walking meditation with an emphasis on being aware of subtle sensations while lifting, moving and placing the feet. Qìgōng and yoga are rays from the same bright, beautiful ☀️
I am so glad you enjoyed it, Martha. We went through great lengths to get some of those shots :) And in the next couple of weeks, I am releasing and updated version that has even clearer angles of Tai Chi Walking Backwards
Hi Anne love the video but it would be great if you wore tight pants so we can see your knee movement - even if tight pants are not strictly tai chi style. Rgds maureen
Sharon, that means so much. Thanks for taking the time to comment this. You may enjoy my other tai chi videos on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiO3E_mpTRkSB8tfOBDZJKx&si=CVKi47py6xgxMcfz
@@AnnSwansonWellness Thanks. I am going to need lots of help, lol. I signed up for a class, but I feel like I should have waited because I am going to need to break it down, much slower [especially with my usual memory issues]. This will be so good for my brain, as well as balance [eventually]. I am likely going to need to focus on feet first and learn those steps, getting real comfortable with them. Then I will have to focus more on the arm movements....then put together, each in little steps. I love that you show it in different views [for my neurodiverse brain]. It may take me "forever", but I am determined with yours and others guidance. Thanks for putting these out there. I look forward to exploring more of yours.
One should focus on (understand) and utilize the full potential of their own hips. Not only for these movements but throughout your day. That's one of the keys to maintaining strong and powerful mobility.
My pleasure! Thanks for commenting. You can enjoy all my tai chi videos here and I will be adding more soon ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Awesome! To get started, go here www.annswansonwellness.com/taichi-email. I plan on teaching a series in the new year and there will be limited space. Also, make sure you have my free app www.AnnSwansonWellness.com/app
You don't necessarily rock backwords and some of the moves are superfluous, however the idea of it is there and you took the time to show what you know. 继续练习! jìxù liànxí!
The psoas muscle if relaxed allows the leg to move in a circular path using intrinsic energy as the weight shifts forward. The pelvis should tilt to straighten the spine. These are key points.
This footwork stance is part and parcel of basic Taiji routine. It is ok to scaffold the full Taiji routine into bite sizes for beginners, starting with the footwork, later on the hand movements, the turning of the body, head and eyes etc. Eventually, one has to combine all movements in order to do a full and proper Taiji routine (whatever style).
Thank you your video made it easier. I tried watching another video like this that included arm movements and I got so confused. Now I feel more able to achieve it.
Glad it helped! It's good to start with the legs first and once you have mastered those, add on the arms. I will film next how to do the arms. Coming before that is how to do tai chi walking backwards, so watch out in the next few weeks!
Thank you SO much for this detailed explanation of T’AI Chi walking!! It has brought clarity to my learning of this beautiful martial art and I am using your video for my daily practice! Thank you!
I am so glad you enjoyed it, Martita :) I think you'll enjoy the other tai chi videos I made on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Christina, I am so glad you found this more gentle on your knees. It is important to have the foundations so you can protect your knees. There is only the present
very nice! I'll add that this is Yang style walking, Wu style walking (which I practice) has both feet pointed forward so you don't have the turnout of the back foot
Doing this ( being unable to) was diagnostic of a brain injury caused by a systemic illness, and I was immediately treated by a neurologist! I'm stabilised now so starting to see if I can do it now. I have lesions in the lobes responsible for balance and proprioception. So important to use our bodies
Your writing certainly isn’t affected it seems. Interesting journey you have been on. You’re obviously very intelligent and will overcome your deficiencies. Wishing you all the best.
Lovely tutorial - I've done Tai Chi & Qigong for many years (mainly Yang long form and Soaring Crane Qigong) - the closest to this walking practice was from a Chinese Qigong master: circling a tree with the near hand ✋ toward the tree (L hand when walking counterclockwise) I look forward to incorporating it into my routines. My son-in law was a time and have me a pair of lightweight Puma shoes with Roman style laces that are perfect for this Chi walk, and which I love.
I am so glad you enjoyed it Nadya! What a compliment that it is close to what the master taught. I have many many years to become a master but I enjoy making these practices accessible in the meantime :)
Thanks for the video. I started practicing Silat and Escrima in 1993 and Tai Chi, Bagua and Xingyi in 2008. I've been developing a Tai Chi stick style. Usually when I see Tai Chi weapons, it looks like a hard style. I love Tai Chi!
My pleasure, Deltry! I am so glad it was a great refresher. If you like this, you will love my free app I just released: www.annswansonwellness.com/app More tai chi to come in 2022!
Hi Ann. I discovered that tai chi walking is a safer way to advance over icy pavements and parking lots. Omitted the rocking back part not to appear too loony.
It definitely improves your balance and control so you can "test the icy ground" before committing to it! No need to rock back lol. But yes, toes pointed out a little can help you keep your balance in the ice/snow! I will have to mention that in the next tai chi walking video I record.
Nice going Ann. Ive been practicing Yang style since '86, and you have as good a teaching style of Tai Chi walking as any Chinese master I met in Hong Kong, Singapore and also my primary Master from Vancouver. Thanks. Shashi.
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I’m unsure when the hips turn and if/when they turn back?
Thank you for being their for me
es bello maestra, gracias
Great beginner's video Ann. Love your shoes. They'd be perfect for my many times fractured ankles and toes. Please tell me the maker and provider. It would be much appreciated.
@@orosedobheathaabhaile sorry that my reply didn't go through, Rosie. Those are vintage Puma Speedcats. Here are their current styles us.puma.com/us/en/womens/classics/speedcat
I really like how the top-down camera helps give a visual of how you are displacing your weight and moving through the stances. This is really excellent, thank you!
You are the first person to compliment on this! We spent so much effort doing this so y'all can see better. And it was a lot of fun! Thanks for taking the time to write something nice and encouraging :)
In my old Tai Chi school in NYC we used to have Tai Chi walking races where the last to arrive was the winner.
Lol love this.
I like your teaching manner Anne. You are right this is much better for you when enjoying nature. Did you know this is a remarkable recovery technique for stroke victims. One student with cognitive difficulties, and balance issues, along with memory, and speech issues was helped immensely by something similar to your technique. After a few months you would hardly know he had any issues from his stroke, and this practice was only started more than a year after his stroke. His wife, and he were very happy with his progress. I was blown away seeing how Tai Chi was healing him.
I wanted him to get the most out his (what I called Tao Walking) as I wanted to allow him maximum nerve pathway development. So each day as he got stronger, he challenged his balance, and strength, and each day was a little better. When you come down to it that's all any of us can ask.
Thank you so much for sharing, Len! Tai chi really is amazing for so many health conditions! I have taught both chair and standing tai chi to folks recovering from strokes. Recently, I taught an anesthesiologist who swears by his tai chi and yoga practices for stroke recovery. I appreciate your comment!
Ann Swanson Wellness Hi again Ann. It's very cool that you were involved in wellness support with sitting tai chi classes. Was that a shortened Yang set? I like your teaching method, it is very supportive, well structured, and interesting. There was another element we found helpful in mind and balance, as well as focus, etc. You know that old exercise of holding the ball, and feeling that energy and its movements while walking. That has a very large stimulus effect, but the caveat is that students should be aware of their personal energy levels, and not do too much. Rome wasn't built in a day, small increments are best. Just as much as feels good. Any shaky ness, or being tired meant it was now tea time. 😊
When I lived in Toronto I learned and became involved with Taoist Tai Chi. A senior member of the society noticed how interested I was in the health recovery, senior, and sitting groups, and asked if I was interested. I joined several groups, and learned about health issues and how the structure of movement within our body systems support and enables being adapted to all sorts of situations and people. I worked with a number of people observing and offering guidance. Those friendships and experiences are amongst my greatest treasures,
@ Len Wenzel; ABSOLUTELY THE BEST FOR Post CVA!!;)) Right after riding a horse to help re-learn balance:)!!
@@lenwenzel7440 Len, I love your thoughtful comments! It sounds like you had an excellent tai chi community
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What a great refresher on the fundamentals from when I was enrolled in Tai Chi classes: Hang from the crown (don’t look down), shift the weight: one foot empties as the other fills, shift and turn from the hips, step lightly. Some of our best classes began with variations of standing meditation followed by this style of meditative walking. Tai Chi walking and Push Hands were my favorites. You are a great teacher!
“Hang from the crown; don’t look down.” 👑 I love that! Thanks for sharing ❤️
I love that lesson too, and the way it makes you feel. Imagine a couple of hairs gently lifting and stretching your head upward from the centre of your crown. At that accomplishment now imagine you are a baby wearing a fully loaded diaper gently stretching your centre downwards while keeping your waist and backs as relaxed as possible. Imagine that gentle stretch and the relaxation that contracts in a cycle with your steps.
A little more advanced...If you like you you can picture your spine and joints with movements upwards and downwards gently separating vertebrae slightly apart, stretching and contracting gently circulating synovial fluid throughout your spine.
I've always considered this my core tai chi exercise. If I have time for nothing else I do a little of this when ever I can make time.
Excellent instruction and demonstration. This fundamental practice of Tai Chi is often overlooked as students focus on the form and hand movements. However, the root of movements comes from the feet and the relaxed concentration and correct alignment are very important to develop at an early stage - and to continually revisit.
You have a superb teaching style that your students will benefit from.
Thanks, Mark!
The root is the dan tien and it connects to the earth through the relaxed legs to the feet and into the earth.
The dan tien leads the way. The hips turn to face the direction of the foot you are moving towards. Also keeping the same level involves both knees being bent.
I think that the step works as a mid-foot strike. That is what the barefoot runners and we who pay attention to them do.
(of course there are specific places in the form where a heel-toe step is called for.)
@@daala6698 Yes, I think the Dan Tien is so important and fundamental to all movement in Taiji. One of my teachers, John Kells, when asked where is the root, would say that he feels it above his head. His sinking was so deep and relaxed that when I practised push-hands with him it was if he wasn't there and then it would feel like he was on top of me and there was no escape.
I don't know enough to explain this, but perhaps it could be something to do with the upper Dan Tien. Like many things in Taiji, we are often only aware of the things which our own level has experienced.
@@markdonovan1540 that is so beautiful. I also partner dance and I feel like I can relate to that description with some dances too. The great thing about tai chi is it is a lifelong practice and there is always more to learn! I know the depth of our practices when we are in our 90's will be a whole new feeling. Thanks for sharing!
You do know there is nothing called Tai chi step in Chinese Martial arts as iv been told, this is something the West have made up to look good
Thanks! We have our second Tai Chi class tomorrow, and your video will be very helpful.
Glad it was helpful! And you are so kind
Thanks but it would be good to make this with a tight or short instead of a very large pants so that we could see all the rotations of the legs and knees!
Thanks for the thought, Ulku! I am filming more next week so keep your eyes out.
It's all in the foot, toe, heel postions. Your knees will follow. Your feet and knees control the hips, and of course, the rest of your legs. Somehow they've been teaching this for centuries in baggy pants.
@@ziziroberts8041 perhaps, but they have been teaching in person. The students were not trying to understand what was happening on their phone.
I was thinking the same thing.
The clothes have to be big enough to move in with 0 snug.
This looks perfect for seniors, disabled, anyone with limited mobility. I enjoyed the calming music.
I am so glad you enjoyed! This really is great for those populations you list and beginners and general
@@AnnSwansonWellness Soooooo Nice Dear Ann
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@@AnnSwansonWellness Years ago a Tai Chi teacher taught me an arm motion that he learned from his teacher, that is supposed to be good for arthritis: pretend you have a cup of liquid in your palm, arm outstretched to your side, then rotate the arm through a spiral, bringing the cup under your arm, and continuing back up from where you started. Then reverse the direction.
I don't know if there's a name for it, but it certainly does help your flexibility.
@@donwyates I know that exercise (or a similar one) and it is wonderful! Great mobility for the shoulders too
Thank you for the detail, slowness, and repetition. They are all especially necessary when learning from video vs classroom setting where the instructor can observe and modify.
I am glad it helped :) Thank YOU for commenting. It means so much to me
Excellent details! The strength building, coordination, balance, agility, stability building is phenomenal! Slow as you go, repeat and build on it as you go gives satisfying results.
Thanks for the rave review, Jeanne. People like you make my job so rewarding. Glad you enjoyed!
I've never done or watched Tai Chi, but I really like it and the way my body feels after doing it. Thank you for the clear instruction!
its a form of stretching. stretching with a hint of Asian mysticism ;)
@@kongvinter33 I think it has quite a bit more depth than that. It is a philosophy and tradition with ancient roots. There is some stretching but also strengthening, balance, meditative qualities and more! There is so much depth and so much to learn! That's the fun part :)
Very cool! - I learned this from a teacher once way back, but I don't practice it enough. Nor do I recall all the subtle details. Thank you!!!
I am glad you found it helpful, Jordan. Now, you can come back to this video anytime you need a reminder :)
I love how you mention to keep the kua open to protect your knee. many people tend to close their kua when they shift the weight, causing their knee joint to become twisted, which is the most common cause of knee pain during Taiji training.
Agreed! If practiced correctly, it can help your joints and arthritis pain. But if practiced with a twisted or unstable knee, it could make it worse. Thanks for the insightful comment and noticing :)
After a foot operation I have just done my first Tai Chi lesson at a local community centre on Monday this week with the aim of restoring my sense of balance and achieve some fitness in a gentle way - I joined a class that has been going for a while so I followed and mimicked what the other students were doing - I was a little awed by the movement of the other students and their dexterity - even the walking steps - I found this demonstration excellent - it clearly explained the walking steps and provided a useful mantra that I was able to memorise quickly - Many thanks - I am very grateful
I am so glad you enjoyed it! I have other tai chi videos that will help your balance. I think you'll enjoy this playlist, especially the video on balance: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Excellent job teaching the sequence for the Tai CHi Walk. I've been doing it on and off for three years so far. Sometimes, I'm walking like a cat - smoothly and softly and, sometimes I feel like Godzilla stopping Tokyo. It is an important skill. It'll help teach you to pay attention to your feet and help you walk on ice. Yes, you will use it. Really. If you learn the Yang 24 set, you'll use the Tai Chi walk in the first half of the set.
Hehe, I love that Godzilla image! This exercise really does help with balance and the skill of walking on ice!
😂Godzilla Stomp
Haha I just started taking in person classes (we live in Minnesota) & the teacher brought up how it would help us walk on ice 😂😂
Tai chi can be a lifestyle I've actually been practicing since I was about 6 when I found a book, I'm 46 now and I'm glad I did.
Absolutely! A lifestyle and a way of thinking and being. Thanks for commenting
You mean to tell us that you just learn from a taichi book without a teacher to tell n explain how you practice WRONGLY ?? Good grief.
Ann Swanson this is the best video I’ve seen on Tai Chi walking it has helped me with the foot movements and now allow me to focus on the hands movements Thank You so much deeply appreciate your instruction
excellent this step walking thank you
As others have stated, the instruction here is so clear. I've never done any Tai Chi before, but this has become part of my daily routine. It has helped my knees and my balance, and my 'regular' walking as well. Thank you so much! Will definitely check out your app.
Thank you so much for commenting this, Scott! I am glad it is helping your knees. Definitely check out the app for ease of use, and this playlist includes others that are great for a daily routine :) ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
It's like a slow dance.
That's what excellent pedagogy is all about. Breaking it down and then building it up to the whole. Thank you.
I am glad you noticed! I follow a step by step research-based way of teaching that I learned from my teacher Dr. Paul Lam and team
Thank you, thank you, thank you!!
Just a couple of minutes of this, and I had more tendons popping than a pan of JiffyPop. My psosas are so bound up from a hernia mesh intrusion that walking is often very painful. This had dramatic immediate positive results as opposed to physical therapies that only created more pain without much benefit. Acupuncture got too expensive as did laser treatments, but this worked better than all the above!!
I'm subscribing right now. :-)
I am so glad it helped, Todd! Comments like this make my efforts to create this video worth it :)
This is amazing. I'm so glad for you!
Thank you very much. You are a great teacher. Before you it was very difficult to me make these Steps. I loved the idea of “The Mantra”. I will continue learning with you.
You are so welcome! To best continue learning with me, I recommend my free app: www.annswansonwellness.com/app That's the easiest way, including live sessions and upcoming tai chi courses. And if you like learning on RUclips, check out this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
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Performing Wave hands Like Clouds while standing is also very relaxing.
I agree, John!
Light color paints. Dark color blends in and it can be difficult to tell the difference from one leg to other. Less flowing pants. Again it can be difficult to tell which leg is moving. Love your classes
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Thanks for your feedback. Glad you love my classes!
Thank you for the precious opportunity to learn that important practice
My pleasure, Ana. I am so glad you practiced with me!
Excellent video. This is, essentially, what I learned to do during slow walking meditation years ago at a zen monastery. However, this is a unique technique which can compliment walking meditation. Meditation is meditation in any posture! 😊👍🏾
I’m just wondering which zen monastery you went to? Thanks.
@@lauravf3708 I learned a similar technique at Thích Nhất Hạnh’s Deer Park monastery in California. I forgot to mention that some Theravāda monks (such as myself) practice very slow walking meditation with an emphasis on being aware of subtle sensations while lifting, moving and placing the feet. Qìgōng and yoga are rays from the same bright, beautiful ☀️
@@moderncontemplative Thank you! I’m excited to get started.
You are the best martial arts teacher I ever see on RUclips
That means so much to me
This is so well done. Helpful because of the instruction, but also the filming makes it easier to SEE. Thank you.
I am so glad you enjoyed it, Martha. We went through great lengths to get some of those shots :) And in the next couple of weeks, I am releasing and updated version that has even clearer angles of Tai Chi Walking Backwards
The best Watts story tell I’ve heard and I’m on this case from the very begginig. Great job! Subscribed!
Never enjoyed walking so much before this :D
Hehe I am glad to hear!
Hi Anne love the video but it would be great if you wore tight pants so we can see your knee movement - even if tight pants are not strictly tai chi style. Rgds maureen
I am a slow learner with this. Your video is very helpful, thank you [and I have watched many].
Sharon, that means so much. Thanks for taking the time to comment this. You may enjoy my other tai chi videos on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiO3E_mpTRkSB8tfOBDZJKx&si=CVKi47py6xgxMcfz
@@AnnSwansonWellness Thanks. I am going to need lots of help, lol. I signed up for a class, but I feel like I should have waited because I am going to need to break it down, much slower [especially with my usual memory issues]. This will be so good for my brain, as well as balance [eventually]. I am likely going to need to focus on feet first and learn those steps, getting real comfortable with them. Then I will have to focus more on the arm movements....then put together, each in little steps. I love that you show it in different views [for my neurodiverse brain]. It may take me "forever", but I am determined with yours and others guidance. Thanks for putting these out there. I look forward to exploring more of yours.
Your manner is truly appreciated and delightful
I am glad you appreciated it :)
I love the view. Its very helpful just learning. Thank you!
Technically Best explanation with gentle and slow moves.. beautiful.. simply beautiful.
I’m glad you enjoyed it, Anup. And thanks for commenting :)
One should focus on (understand) and utilize the full potential
of their own hips. Not only for these movements but throughout your day.
That's one of the keys to maintaining strong and powerful mobility.
Well said :)
Thank you so much for producing this wonderful vid about Tai Chi. I look forward to more vids in the future. Again thank you so much. Peace
My pleasure! Thanks for commenting. You can enjoy all my tai chi videos here and I will be adding more soon ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
never done any taichi... but this one.... wow... I will try it.... thanks for the vlog... luv
My pleasure 😊 I think you'll enjoy the other tai chi and qi gong practices I have on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Finally, a video that is truly for beginners. Thank you!
So glad you found it, Holly! My teacher, Dr. Lam, is all about making these practices accessible.
Thank you so much Ann Swanson. I would have learn TAI CHI from you.
Awesome! To get started, go here www.annswansonwellness.com/taichi-email. I plan on teaching a series in the new year and there will be limited space. Also, make sure you have my free app www.AnnSwansonWellness.com/app
You don't necessarily rock backwords and some of the moves are superfluous, however the idea of it is there and you took the time to show what you know. 继续练习! jìxù liànxí!
You are right, not necessarily. These are drills to learn the basics for beginners :) Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thank you the paced instructions
my pleasure! Thanks for commenting, Debra :)
You're a great teacher. Excellent didactic skills.
I appreciate that!
All righty then.... thanks for sharing one of your gifts.
My pleasure! Thanks for commenting :)
The psoas muscle if relaxed allows the leg to move in a circular path using intrinsic energy as the weight shifts forward. The pelvis should tilt to straighten the spine. These are key points.
Thanks for adding, Peter!
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
I love the step I use to Tai chi but I had knee surgery but I will do this is slow for balance. Thank you
Great, Iris! I think you'll enjoy this video for balance also: ruclips.net/video/0RN1e-_E5Nk/видео.html
This is lovely, thank you, I am beginning my tai chi journey. My hips are very tight and weak, and I like how this makes them feel.
You're so welcome!
Ann, you are amazing. You are a very good teacher.
Thank you! 😃
Nice class🌹
I will try👍
Thanks guruji🙏
New to Tai Chi. I like how you give your instructions a little at a time with detail.
I am so glad it was helpful! I have lots more tai chi videos here: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
@@AnnSwansonWellness I am actually doing it now. You look great too!
Excellent alternative!
I am glad you enjoyed it, Shannon!
This footwork stance is part and parcel of basic Taiji routine. It is ok to scaffold the full Taiji routine into bite sizes for beginners, starting with the footwork, later on the hand movements, the turning of the body, head and eyes etc. Eventually, one has to combine all movements in order to do a full and proper Taiji routine (whatever style).
Well said, Cynthia
The best explanation ever
I am so glad you found it helpful and thanks for taking the time to comment, Liliana
so good explanation ,i wil practice this one style Ta¨+i qi .Thanks
Thank you for that. I will keep that in mind each day I'm in my 60s
You.Are.Terrific.
thank you
Nicole, YOU are terrific! Thanks for commenting.
Very good clear instructions.
I am glad it was helpful!
That’s so nice ….thanks
Thank you your video made it easier. I tried watching another video like this that included arm movements and I got so confused. Now I feel more able to achieve it.
Glad it helped! It's good to start with the legs first and once you have mastered those, add on the arms. I will film next how to do the arms. Coming before that is how to do tai chi walking backwards, so watch out in the next few weeks!
Very detailed and comprehensive instruction!
Thank you Ann!!
Glad it was helpful, Shanti!
THAT was very good with tap and follow through walk. I need that for balance walking. I use walking cane.
I am so glad it was helpful! This is great for improving balance and motor control. I hope you continue practicing with me, Susan :)
Thank you SO much for this detailed explanation of T’AI Chi walking!! It has brought clarity to my learning of this beautiful martial art and I am using your video for my daily practice! Thank you!
I am so glad you enjoyed it, Martita :) I think you'll enjoy the other tai chi videos I made on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
Thank you 🙏🏼 I hurt my knee doing Tai Chi in the park. I wish I had started with this! No time like the present 💝
Christina, I am so glad you found this more gentle on your knees. It is important to have the foundations so you can protect your knees. There is only the present
Thank you 🙏. So clear and concise are your instructions and so calming.
Glad it was helpful! Also, mangos are my favorite fruit :)
I’m very new at this just found your channel find it interesting will continue thankx
Thanks for watching, Elsie! I thnk you will enjoy my free app for more like this. You can download it here: www.AnnSwansonWellness.com/app
Tres bien
So happy to have found your channel! Thank you!
Niki, I am so glad too! I have a new video every Wednesday for Wellness Wednesday :) Look forward to your comments. Thank you!
very nice! I'll add that this is Yang style walking, Wu style walking (which I practice) has both feet pointed forward so you don't have the turnout of the back foot
Yes, it is Yang style tai chi walking. Thanks for noticing and commenting, Toby :)
Thanks 🙏🙏👍 sharing
My pleasure :) There are many more tai chi videos (and more to come) on this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLRoMc382exGiVVTV_9DBwOOGzchQbw90r
thank you Ann, this was a great routine
You're so welcome!
Thank you so much for your careful, specific instruction and your beautiful presence. I am now a fan of both tai chi and you. Much love. 🌷
You are most welcome
You are an amazing instructor.
I appreciate you taking the time to say that!
Doing this ( being unable to) was diagnostic of a brain injury caused by a systemic illness, and I was immediately treated by a neurologist! I'm stabilised now so starting to see if I can do it now. I have lesions in the lobes responsible for balance and proprioception. So important to use our bodies
Your writing certainly isn’t affected it seems. Interesting journey you have been on. You’re obviously very intelligent and will overcome your deficiencies. Wishing you all the best.
Diana, no, I'm very lucky; my lesions are in the parietal and occipital lobes, which are mainly related to optic and spatial/balance control!
I am glad you caught it and are taking good care of your body, Kerri
Diana, thanks for being so kind on my channel and taking the time to write this
Nice qigong
Excellent
Wow. I've been doing this for years and I had no idea what it was.
Thank you Ann .this is good for anyone specially for The Elders it will make the difference
It really is great for so many people because it is gentle, simple, and adaptable. You are so welcome, Kami!
Thanks WOW THAT'S AWESOME AMAZING TERRIFIC
I'm glad you like it
Lovely tutorial - I've done Tai Chi & Qigong for many years (mainly Yang long form and Soaring Crane Qigong) - the closest to this walking practice was from a Chinese Qigong master: circling a tree with the near hand ✋ toward the tree (L hand when walking counterclockwise)
I look forward to incorporating it into my routines.
My son-in law was a time and have me a pair of lightweight Puma shoes with Roman style laces that are perfect for this Chi walk, and which I love.
I am so glad you enjoyed it Nadya! What a compliment that it is close to what the master taught. I have many many years to become a master but I enjoy making these practices accessible in the meantime :)
Tq.sis I really feel good relieve..on tai chi walking
I am so glad this practice is bringing you relief, Edwin! Tai chi can really help with pain relief
Thank you and Blessings to All!
Thank you your teaching❤️❤️❤️
Simple and clear explanations, well done!!
I am so glad it was helpful, David. More to come soon!
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Thank you, I enjoyed and will practicing more of your videos :)
I am so glad you enjoyed, Marlyn! You can also practice with me on my free app: www.annswansonwellness.com/app
Thanks for the video.
I started practicing Silat and Escrima in 1993 and Tai Chi, Bagua and Xingyi in 2008.
I've been developing a Tai Chi stick style. Usually when I see Tai Chi weapons, it looks like a hard style.
I love Tai Chi!
I love tai chi too! Thanks for reaching out :)
I was a little ferocious before I learned Tai Chi!
Thanks for Anne 🧘♂️🙏
Madam, Thanks so much for reply encouraging me . Regards
Thank you very much ,👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌
Most welcome 😊
I haven't done this for such a long time! So easy to follow your lead! Thank you!
My pleasure, Deltry! I am so glad it was a great refresher. If you like this, you will love my free app I just released: www.annswansonwellness.com/app More tai chi to come in 2022!
Thanks for slow and clear pattern…..
You are welcome 😊
thank you so much
My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you so much!❤
Very nice & interesting discovery channel.
Toni, I'm so glad you are here! More to come soon.
Мастеру РЕСПЕКТ!!!
Exelent,thankyou
My pleasure
Hi Ann. I discovered that tai chi walking is a safer way to advance over icy pavements and parking lots. Omitted the rocking back part not to appear too loony.
It definitely improves your balance and control so you can "test the icy ground" before committing to it! No need to rock back lol. But yes, toes pointed out a little can help you keep your balance in the ice/snow! I will have to mention that in the next tai chi walking video I record.
Nice going Ann. Ive been practicing Yang style since '86, and you have as good a teaching style of Tai Chi walking as any Chinese master I met in Hong Kong, Singapore and also my primary Master from Vancouver. Thanks. Shashi.
Shucks, that is so kind! ❤️I’m still learning but I really enjoy practicing and teaching.