Inside Tai Chi: Hints, Tips, Training & Process for Students and Teachers

Rating:
Summary: Well written and extremely informative.
Review: I got involved in T'ai Chi because I read that it can be useful for reducing stress and improving both physical and mental health. I wanted to learn more about how T'ai Chi accomplishes this. Mr. Loupos gives an in-depth explanation of how and why T'ai Chi provides these benefits. He does an excellent job of explaining the Eastern philosophical underpinnings of T'ai Chi from a Western psychological perspective.

This book does not provide step-by-step instructions for completing any of the T'ai Chi forms. If that's what you're looking for, you'll need to look elsewhere. I don't think it's possible to properly learn T'ai Chi from a book anyway. You're going to need someone to teach you. And once you start learning, this book provides a wealth of background information, advice, and tips that you'll find to be an invaluable addition to your practice. While there are no step-by-step instructions, Mr. Loupos does provide a ton of information about the subtle but extremely important basics that underlie all of the movements.

Mr. Loupos doesn't guarantee that everyone will experience all of the many benefits of T'ai Chi, but he convincingly demonstrates that the possibility is there. The end result is that every time I open the book I end up putting it down so I can start practicing.

Rating:
Summary: Well written and extremely informative.
Review: I got involved in T'ai Chi because I read that it can be useful for reducing stress and improving both physical and mental health. I wanted to learn more about how T'ai Chi accomplishes this. Mr. Loupos gives an in-depth explanation of how and why T'ai Chi provides these benefits. He does an excellent job of explaining the Eastern philosophical underpinnings of T'ai Chi from a Western psychological perspective.

This book does not provide step-by-step instructions for completing any of the T'ai Chi forms. If that's what you're looking for, you'll need to look elsewhere. I don't think it's possible to properly learn T'ai Chi from a book anyway. You're going to need someone to teach you. And once you start learning, this book provides a wealth of background information, advice, and tips that you'll find to be an invaluable addition to your practice. While there are no step-by-step instructions, Mr. Loupos does provide a ton of information about the subtle but extremely important basics that underlie all of the movements.

Mr. Loupos doesn't guarantee that everyone will experience all of the many benefits of T'ai Chi, but he convincingly demonstrates that the possibility is there. The end result is that every time I open the book I end up putting it down so I can start practicing.

Rating:
Summary: Mastering the basics of the Tai Chi martial art
Review: Inside Tai Chi: Hints, Tips, Training, & Process For Students And Teachers by seasoned marital arts expert John Loupos is 194 page, step-by-step book dedicated to understanding and mastering the basics of the Tai Chi martial art. Black-and-white photographs illustrate the practical and straightforward text, which addresses everything from body positioning to breathing to working with a partner. Inside Tai Chi is very highly recommended reading for martial arts enthusiasts with a serious interest in Tai Chi, as well as the non-specialist general reader considering a Tai Chi exercise regimen for their general health and well-being.

Rating:
Summary: Mastering the basics of the Tai Chi martial art
Review: Inside Tai Chi: Hints, Tips, Training, & Process For Students And Teachers by seasoned marital arts expert John Loupos is 194 page, step-by-step book dedicated to understanding and mastering the basics of the Tai Chi martial art. Black-and-white photographs illustrate the practical and straightforward text, which addresses everything from body positioning to breathing to working with a partner. Inside Tai Chi is very highly recommended reading for martial arts enthusiasts with a serious interest in Tai Chi, as well as the non-specialist general reader considering a Tai Chi exercise regimen for their general health and well-being.