Tai Chi Chuan is an "inner martial art," a set of beautifully slow, continuous movements based on ancient Chinese philosophy and medicine. Here is a practical guide to the twelve most basic Tai Chi exercises, a program for relaxation and surprising physical rejuvenation through greater mind-body awareness, which can also bring iimprovement in conditions ranging from ulcers to arthritis to high blood pressure.

With step-by-step, easy-to-follow illustrations that demonstrate each position, the Lees introduce you to a twelve-step path to physical and mental benefits anyone can achieve by devoting just ten to twenty minutes a day.

"Dr Martin Lee has given us an excellent theoretical and pratical guide to Tai Chi and Chi Kung. I recommend it to all those interested in the combination of mediation and movement." Herbert Benson, M.D., Harvard Medical School and author of The Relaxation Response.

"I recommend this book to all who seek effective approaches to stress management and an aid to health and vitality. Dr. Lee uses his own experience of twenty years to provide a system to link mind and body in beneficial ways." John W. Farquhar, M.D., Director, Stanford Center for Research in Disease Prevention and author of The American Way of LIfe Need Not Be Hazardous to Your Health.

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Martin Lee, Ph.D., Emily Lee, TC Master, Melinda and Joyce Lee
2002, Sterling Publishing, 144 pp

Is Tai Chi a stretching exercise, deep-breathing program, martial art, dance or prayer? Yes, it's all those and more. Tai Chi, like many ancient Eastern practices, does not fit strict Western categories. Tai Chi, together with the extraordinary self-healing method developed by Dr. Lee, offers relief for stress, breathing disorders, muscular ailments, chronic headaches, and a variety of modern office- and sports-related complaints, as well as for deep emotional distress. The rewards of the one-with-nature Tai Chi are inner happiness, self-control, self-realization, and self-healing. Each one of these benefits receives individual attention, complete with the 64 Tai Chi forms, thoroughly illustrated with photographs and diagrams. The central focus is on the flow of energy -- the chi, or "inner breath" -- that Tai Chi evokes through Lee's four basic instructions: Relax. Breathe. Feel the earth. Do nothing extra. Here is a valuable health, exercise, and meditation program that combines ancient spiritual insights with advanced scientific knowledge and important original discoveries.

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Multimedia

Chi Kung Tai Chi is a combined system of centuries-old Chinese physical exercise, martial art, breathing exercise, and meditation. It is a proven effective method to relax and stregthen your mind and body at the same time. Regular practice of these exercises will keep you young and agile, and will enable you to do everything better. The Mind-Body Fitness video will help you to achieve health, harmony, happiness through the practice of six basic Chi Kung exercises and the first twelve Tai Chi movements. A beautifully filmed visual enhancement to both Ride the Tiger to the Mountain, and Restore Yourself with Tai Chi.

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The Stanford Health Promotion Resources Center and the Tai Chi Cultural Center jointly presents the first-ever free on-line instructional course for Tai Chi to the public. The course introduces 15 basic Tai Chi movements. Click to learn more:

The Tai Chi Cultural Center has been selected for the WISE Project, supported by the National Institute of Aging (NIA) and Stanford University. At the Stanford Center for Research on Disease Prevention, this project aims to document the physical effects of Tai Chi practice on seniors 65 and older. Click to learn more:

The Tai Chi Cultural Center joins as a guest-lecturer aboard the Crystal Serenity when she makes her maiden voyage to the Mediterranean from Southampton. Click to learn more:

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Ride the Tiger to the Mountain is $18.00 per copy.

Restore Yourself with Tai Chi is $20.00 per copy.

Mind-Body Fitness Video is $40.00 per copy.

Note: For orders outside the U.S. (money order only) add $10.00 to the total.

Amount includes tax, plus shipping/handling fees.

Please allow 4-6 weeks delivery.

Calligraphy by Emily Lee and original artwork by Joyce Lee. Portfolio and pricing available upon request. Please send your enquiry to: taoimpressions@yahoo.com.

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