How to Do the High to Low Hand Exercise for Tai Chi

Tai Chi has become increasingly popular in recent years. This ancient technique uses a number of different movements to increase flexibility and mobility, while also tightening and strengthening the muscles in the body. There are a number of different movements used in Tai Chi, but one of the most basic is the high-to-low hand exercise. This is one of the first moves a student learns and something that anyone can do at home.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Stand with fyour eet hip-width apart and your hands clasped in front of you. You’ll want your hands to be touching but not intertwined.

2. Lift your hands above your head as you take a deep breath. Make this movement as slow as possible to increase circulation.

3. Touch your hands together and slowly bring them down in front of you. Keep your eyes straight in front of you as you exhale and lower your hands.

4. Inhale as you raise your hands again and exhale as you lower them in front. As you continue the high-low movement, increase the speed of your movements.

5. Repeat for 60 seconds to warm up your body and increase the mobility in your arms and upper body.

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