{"id":1439,"date":"2026-04-03T18:38:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T04:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/?p=1439"},"modified":"2026-04-05T10:50:40","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T20:50:40","slug":"tai-chi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/?p=1439","title":{"rendered":"Tai Chi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tai Chi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai chi is sometimes called \u2018meditation in motion\u2019 because it\u2019s a series of exercises that can help harmonize your body\u2019s energy and mind. And although the motions of tai chi may seem leisurely, they are bodyweight exercises with physical demands. With its focus on strength and balance, tai chi is great for your muscles. Tai Chi for beginners focuses on gentle, flowing movements that improve balance, reduce stress, and promote relaxation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1452\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-465x261.png 465w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162-695x391.png 695w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-162.png 1099w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tips for Beginners:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Focus on Posture: Keep your spine long, tailbone tucked, and shoulders relaxed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathe Naturally: Allow your breath to flow naturally in and out through the nose or mouth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow Along: Don&#8217;t worry about perfect precision immediately; focus on the flow and feeling of the movement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Warm-Up: Perform simple warm-ups to prepare your joints and muscles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tai Chi Videos:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tai Chi: Beginner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tai Chi: Beginner\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/aUs4NK2s170?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tai Chi For Beginners: 7-Minute Routine For A New You<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Tai Chi For Beginners: 7-Minute Routine For A New You\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cEvSqHZIj8w?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10-Minute Tai Chi Exercises for Balance &amp; Longevity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10-Minute Tai Chi Exercises for Balance &amp; Longevity\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/o1oM9cZo6UI?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10 Tai Chi Moves for Beginners &#8211; 14 Minute Daily Taiji Routine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10 Tai Chi Moves for Beginners - 14 Minute Daily Taiji Routine\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6w7IS8_UzHM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #1:&nbsp; Rising and Sinking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #2:&nbsp; Buddha Asks Heaven for Forgiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #3:&nbsp; Dong Hai Chuan Serves the Tea<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #4:&nbsp; Crane Spreads it&#8217;s Wings<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #5:&nbsp; Withdraw and Push<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #6:&nbsp; Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #7:&nbsp; Part the Wild Horse&#8217;s Mane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #8:&nbsp; Repulse the Monkey<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #9:&nbsp; Reel the Silk and Single Whip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #10:&nbsp; Standing Holding Ball<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Top 10 Tai Chi Moves for Beginners<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Top 10 Tai Chi Moves for Beginners\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vHBR5MZmEsY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #1:&nbsp; Rising and Sinking<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #2:&nbsp; Buddha Asks Heaven for Forgiveness<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #3:&nbsp; Withdraw and Push<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #4:&nbsp; Holding Ball<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #5:&nbsp; Rising and Sinking (Chen Style)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #6:&nbsp; Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #7:&nbsp; Embrace the Circle<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #8:&nbsp; Ward Off and Press<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #9:&nbsp; Wave Hand Like Clouds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tai Chi Posture #10:&nbsp; Reel the Silk and Single Whip<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>10 Tai Chi Moves Every Beginner Should Learn (Follow Along)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"10 Tai Chi Moves Every Beginner Should Learn (Follow Along)\" width=\"1440\" height=\"810\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Du26TeOFrE0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Beginner Tai Chi Poses &amp; Movements:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Wuji (Standing Stance): <\/strong>Feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent, spine straight, and shoulders relaxed. This is the starting and finishing position to cultivate mindfulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Opening Movement (Commencing Form):<\/strong> Slow, rhythmic lifting and lowering of the arms while breathing deeply to connect with your center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"498\" height=\"324\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-159.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1446\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-159.png 498w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-159-300x195.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-159-465x303.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 498px) 100vw, 498px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Cloud Hands (Wave Hands Like Clouds):<\/strong> Shifting weight from side to side while moving arms in a gentle, circular, and fluid motion, improving coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-158.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1445\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-158.png 493w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-158-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-158-465x118.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-154.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1441\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-154.png 493w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-154-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-154-465x118.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"493\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-153.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-153.png 493w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-153-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-153-465x118.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 493px) 100vw, 493px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"689\" height=\"169\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-157.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-157.png 689w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-157-300x74.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-157-465x114.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Part the Wild Horse&#8217;s Mane:<\/strong> A walking movement that involves shifting weight forward while stepping, with one hand sweeping up and the other down, promoting balance and coordination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png 420w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161-300x119.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"397\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-160.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1447\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-160.png 397w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-160-300x125.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1449\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png 420w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161-300x119.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>White Crane Spreads Wings:<\/strong> A stretching movement involving opening the arms, lifting one heel, and focusing on posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1451\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png 420w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161-300x119.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Brush Knee and Push:<\/strong> A common, flowing move that combines brushing one hand across the knee while the other pushes forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Left<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"491\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-155.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1443\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-155.png 491w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-155-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-155-465x118.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"491\" height=\"125\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-156.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-156.png 491w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-156-300x76.png 300w, https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-156-465x118.png 465w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 491px) 100vw, 491px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Golden Rooster Stands on One Leg:<\/strong> A balance-focused pose, lifting one knee while raising the opposite arm, with modifications available for stability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"166\" src=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/image-161.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1450\" 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And although the motions of<span class=\"more-link theme-more-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/?p=1439\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"pgc_sgb_lightbox_settings":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[73,12,76],"tags":[41,195,42,196,213,46],"class_list":["entry","author-nma_dv_2025","post-1439","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-balance-posture-mind-body-movement","category-physical-activity","category-tai-chi","tag-balance","tag-flexibility","tag-posture","tag-range-of-motion","tag-reduce-stress","tag-tai-chi"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1439"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1453,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1439\/revisions\/1453"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1439"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1439"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/health.design-vitamin.com\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1439"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}