tai chi
Relationship Titles in the Traditional Kung Fu and Tai Chi School
The term “kuen” (kune) is a Cantonese word which means “fist” and usually refers to a particular fighting style of kung fu. For example, Choy Li Fut Kuen means “Choy Li Fut Fist” and Wing Chun Kuen means “Wing Chun Fist”. The word “gar” (ga) translates to “family”. For instance, Hung Gar Kuen translates to…
Training for Life – Tai Chi Footwork
This article originally appeared in the July 1991 issue of Inside Kung Fu Magazine, “Training for Life” by Grandmaster Doc-Fai Wong. Although footwork is a critical part of correct Tai Chi Chuan practice, many people overlook even basic footwork principles. This should not happen, whether tai chi is practiced only for health or as a…
Breathing Easy During the Pandemic
In late January of 2020, data suggested that COVID-19 was primarily a respiratory infection and those with asthma were at a higher risk for severe illness. Health care workers were told to look out for three primary conditions: high fever, cough, and shortness of breath. As a person who has had asthma since childhood, the…
Don’t Call It a Comeback
Rest, recuperateration, and rejuvenation are part of any balanced workout regimen.
The Quick Guide to Healing Slow Injuries
Part 2 of Our Series on Injury Prevention & Treatment in the Martial Arts School Achy joints? Constantly stiff muscles? Long lasting pain? Chances are you’re dealing with a chronic injury. In Part 1 of this series, “The Major Problem With Minor Injuries,” you learned that acute injuries are part of the training process. You…
