Tai Chi Eight Section Brocade Health Preservation Course 2
It is a precious cultural heritage that offers numerous physical and mental health benefits, and is well-worth learning and practicing.
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Overall Introduction
Tai Chi, as the culmination of traditional Chinese philosophy and wisdom in health preservation, emphasizes the combination of movement and stillness, as well as the balance of yin and yang. It achieves a profound dialogue between the body and mind through soft and coherent movements and deep, even breathing. JingXi inherits this ancient wisdom and incorporates the core principles of Tai Chi health preservation into its courses.
This course is the second part of the Tai Chi Eight Section Brocade Health Preservation Series, consisting of 5 sessions, namely:
Baduanjin Stage-Specific Movement Training
Shaking Head and Tail to Clear Heart Fire
Reaching Down with Both Hands to Strengthen Kidneys and Lower Back
Fist Clenching and Fierce Gazing to Increase Strength
Bouncing on Toes Seven Times to Eliminate Ailments
Core Essentials & Benefits
Section 5: Shaking Head and Tail to Clear Heart Fire
Ⅰ. Core Mechanisms
Low horse stance + large-amplitude trunk swinging → Sustained eccentric-concentric contraction of the core and lumbopelvic muscles generates an "internal massage" effect.
Pelvic counter-traction during tail wagging → Stimulates the Girdle Vessel and Huantiao (GB30) acupoint, improving lower limb venous return.
Slight head rotation → Stretches the anterior cervical sympathetic ganglia, reducing norepinephrine release.
Ⅱ. Physical Benefits
Sustained micro-vibration of the "inner core" gently massages the adrenal gland area, helping to "clear heart fire" and relieve anxiety, oral ulcers, and insomnia.
Large-amplitude swinging stretches the rectus abdominis and diaphragm, promoting gastrointestinal emptying and reducing post-meal heartburn.
Horse stance combined with tail wagging strengthens the quadriceps and gluteus medius, improves patellar tracking, and prevents runner’s knee.
Circular pelvic movement mobilizes the sacroiliac joint, providing immediate relief from sacral soreness caused by prolonged sitting.
Continuous swinging is equivalent to bodyweight low-intensity HIIT; it can raise the heart rate to 50–60% of HRmax in 3 minutes, making it suitable as a "micro-aerobic" exercise.
Lively movements create a sense of "release", serving as a "body reset button" during periods of high emotional stress.
Section 6: Reaching Down with Both Hands to Strengthen Kidneys and Lower Back
Ⅰ. Core Mechanisms
Full flexion-extension spinal chain movement → Segmented stretching of the Governor Vessel and Bladder Meridian to form a "spinal pump".
Brief static stretching when clasping feet → Glides the hamstrings and sciatic nerve, reducing nerve tension.
Contracting abdomen when standing up → Increases intra-abdominal pressure, compresses the inferior vena cava and renal vein, and promotes venous and lymphatic return.
Ⅱ. Physical Benefits
Deep forward flexion widens the posterior space of intervertebral discs, producing a "self-traction" effect for early-stage lumbar disc bulging.
Static stretching of the hamstrings and gluteal muscles improves pelvic retroversion and relieves sedentary-induced lower back pain.
Stimulates the Mingmen (GV4) and Shenshu (BL23) acupoints, warms kidney yang, and alleviates "kidney yang deficiency" symptoms such as frequent nocturia and soreness/coldness of the waist and knees.
Stretches the Bladder Meridian, facilitates the elimination of metabolic waste in the lower back muscles, and reduces delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) after exercise.
Alternating flexion and extension acts as "vascular gymnastics", improving lower limb vascular compliance and providing auxiliary benefits for mild varicose veins.
Slow, rhythmic movements paired with deep breathing quickly switch the body to a parasympathetic-dominant state, aiding pre-sleep relaxation.
Section 7: Fist Clenching and Fierce Gazing to Increase Strength
Ⅰ. Core Mechanisms
Punching from horse stance + firm fist-clenching → Simultaneous isometric contraction of the shoulder girdle, core, and lower limbs, creating a "full-body bow" tension.
"Fierce staring" with wide eyes → Activates the sympathetic-adrenal axis, instantly increasing testosterone and epinephrine levels.
Vocalizing when retracting fists → Uses short, forceful exhalations like "he" or "ha" to create a peak in intra-abdominal pressure.
Ⅱ. Physical Benefits
Full-body isometric contraction enhances muscle endurance and intermuscular coordination, serving as a traditional form of "static strength" training.
Staring fiercely plus vocalizing can raise the heart rate to 70% of HRmax within 20 seconds, acting as a no-equipment "micro-explosive" HIIT exercise.
Stimulates the Liver Meridian (during fist-clenching) and Gallbladder Meridian (during fierce staring), soothing the liver and benefiting the gallbladder, while relieving emotional suppression and decision fatigue.
Repeated punching strengthens the muscular balance between the front of the shoulders and the back of the chest, counteracting rounded shoulders and hunchback.
Sudden rise and fall of intra-abdominal pressure massage the major abdominal blood vessels, improving catecholamine clearance rate and aiding "emotional detoxification".
Simple movements requiring only 1 square meter of space; a 30-second burst can be performed during emotional slumps or work bottlenecks for a quick energy boost.
Section 8: Bouncing on Toes Seven Times to Eliminate Ailments
Ⅰ. Core Mechanisms
Toe-raising + light bouncing → Dual activation of the gastrocnemius pump and plantar venous pump, generating a "second heart" effect.
Light vibration upon landing → Transmits an acceleration of 0.3–0.5g upward along the spine, equivalent to a "full-body micro-tapping" massage.
Seven rhythmic bounces → Synchronizes with breathing to create "pneumatic-mechanical" resonance in the body.
Ⅱ. Physical Benefits
Improves calf pumping efficiency, relieving ankle swelling and pre-varicose vein symptoms caused by prolonged sitting or standing.
Micro-vibration stimulates the vertebral bodies and intervertebral discs, promoting synovial fluid diffusion and alleviating "static compression" lower back pain.
Repeated toe-raising strengthens the soleus and tibialis posterior muscles, reducing fall risks in middle-aged and elderly individuals.
Intermittent stretching of the plantar fascia activates arch elasticity, improving flat feet and plantar fasciitis.
Light vibration stimulates visceral ligaments and mesentery, acting as a "micro-massage" to promote gastrointestinal peristalsis and flatulence.
As the closing pose of the entire Ba Duan Jin sequence, seven bounces combined with deep breathing guides the parasympathetic nervous system to dominate, helping practitioners calm the mind and body smoothly.
The Tai Chi Eight Section Brocade Health Preservation Course is a unique program designed to promote physical and mental well-being through the ancient practice of Tai Chi. This course focuses on the eight core movements of the Eight Section Brocade, a series of gentle stretches and exercises that enhance flexibility, balance, and strength while reducing stress. Participants will learn the foundational principles of Tai Chi, developing both their physical skills and mindfulness. The practice not only improves circulation and boosts immunity but also fosters a sense of inner peace and relaxation. Suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels, this course aims to empower participants to incorporate these essential movements into their daily routines, promoting healthier lifestyles and overall longevity. Join us to experience the rejuvenating benefits of Tai Chi and empower your journey towards better health and wellness.
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