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STRESS FREE LIVING!

12/31/2019

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How do we move/act without stress?

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At the core of stress free living is the understanding that true relaxation or truly being stress free is not simply going limp, or giving up.

In Tai Chi we say "true relaxation" is balancing movement and stillness. Physically this correlates to relaxation not being limp, this principle is the first thing you learn in Tai Chi.

In short to truly relax and be without stress we must have principles in place to balance the situation. In other words these principles form a sort of "skeleton" to our life.

In martial, physical and psychological practices this framework is the cornerstone we use to accomplish skill. Regardless of the particular practice the ultimate goal is balanced action w/ relaxation. Structure is the foundation of this relaxation, a way to live alongside of stress while still accomplishing goals.

In this post we'll dive into some foundations we can all use to accomplish a more stress free and productive life!


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Martial Posture VS Lifting Posture

12/31/2019

 
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What really is the correct spinal posture?

I've gotten this question many times from my students and massage clients alike.

In short the answer hinges on what you're going to use it for.

In
day to day movements, Chinese martial art practice, and I would argue for the same in massage practice, correct spinal posture comes from lifting the crown point and pointing the sacrum, then tilting it depending on your use. 

What this does is straighten out the spine and expands it in order to grant space in between the vertebrae and take pressure off of any one point on the spine,
as illustrated in the picture on the left.

Why would we want to use this posture instead of the normal weight lifting posture?


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WHY and how to TAI CHI your FITNESS!

12/31/2019

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Tai Chi is more than a slow moving dance, it's a categorizing of things...

The Chinese have been saying for thousands of years that all things can be categorized by their polar opposite. These polar opposites are symbolized by the Tai Chi Tu, or in English the symbol of ultimate extremes. Here in the west commonly known as the Yin Yang symbol.

How does this idea of polar opposites relate to exercise?
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From Tension to Relaxation!

12/31/2019

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Chi Kung is training the proper use of tension!

Tension usually has a negative connotation in Chi Kung and Tai Chi. It is said that we must flow like water and “relax” into movements for the most benefit. The big question that runs through many peoples’ mind is HOW?!?

To turn the traditional teaching around, the main question to ask is NOT how do we relax, but rather, How can I use my tension more efficiently?
Strength Training Anatomy 3rd edition by Frederic Delavier

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