Tai Chi Qigong is the essence of Tai Chi Chuan.  Gently conditioning your body and building an abundance of Qi are the requirements for long lasting health and a solid foundation for Tai chi practice. Tai chi chuan is an internal martial art that uses soft/round movements to redirect an opponent's incoming force. Qigong exercises are an internal method of increasing and circulating your body's energy (qi). This book teaches tai chi qigong exercises that are extremely useful for improving your tai chi skills and overall health. IF YOU ALREADY KNOW A TAI CHI FORM, here are some ways that you will use tai chi qigong to reach new levels of skill and ability. To feel qiTo regulate body, breathing, and intentionTo learn how to use intention to lead qiTo learn how to circulate qiTo learn how to expand qiTo learn how to use qi to energize musclesAccelerates the health benefits of tai chi IF YOU DON'T KNOW TAI CHI, but want to benefit from qigong exercises, here are some ways tai chi qigong can help you. The exercises are short and easy to learnThey help reduces stressThey loosens muscles and jointsThey stimulates qi flowThey can help develop a strong immune systemThey sharpen concentrationThey build a deeper awareness of breath and body coordination This edition includes an easy-to-follow layout. Each technique is presented in two to four large photographs and clear instructions, followed by a discussion of how the movements aid in improving Tai Chi practice. Motion arrows are used on the photographs to help you execute the movements correctly.