Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: VHS Tape EAN: 9781585652945 Format: Color, NTSC ISBN: 1585652946 Label: Goldhil Home Media Manufacturer: Goldhil Home Media Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: Goldhil Home Media Release Date: January 18, 2000 Running Time: 30 minutes Studio: Goldhil Home Media Theatrical Release Date: 1999 Sales Rank: 52307
Amazon.com: If you've ever been curious about the health benefits of the meditative martial art tai chi but felt intimidated by its exotic origin or combat-oriented roots, then this video could be the introduction for you. In this 30-minute workout, David Carradine and tai chi master Arnold Tayam lead beginners through simple stretches and gentle moves designed to eliminate stress and clear the mind while toning and relaxing the body. The pace is slow and non-strenuous, and postures are shown from different angles--sometimes two angles simultaneously--making it especially easy to follow the moves while concentrating on feelings of openness and relaxation. Carradine's narration also describes the internal visualizations (such as drawing energy up from the ground, or pushing a ball of force away from the body), which reveal the inner logic behind each stance. Some viewers may find the production values a bit distracting, as a satin-clad Carradine moves somberly to the mellow tones of the New Age bamboo flute soundtrack, and those with experience in other martial arts might find his approach too basic. Beginners of all ages, however, will definitely find these entry-level lessons (like the more physically oriented moves presented on its companion piece, Tai Chi for the Body) the perfect introduction to this ancient Chinese art of moving meditation. --Grant Balfour
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - very easy to practice
i loved it it is very relaxing and easy to do i would recomend it for beginners it helped me with my aches and pain
Rating: - Money better spent elsewhere
I found the video hard to follow and annoyingly cheesy. Carradine's ridiculous shiny blue suit distracts one from the moves, which are poorly shot, as if the production of the show was more important ... Read More
- very easy to practice
- Money better spent elsewhere