Tai Chi is a popular practice around the world. It is known for its slow movements and is often compared to yoga. Many people perform Tai Chi in parks or fitness classes.
Master Sun Peiqiang is an expert in Chen-style Tai Chi. He began training at a young age in a family that practiced martial arts. He teaches many students, focusing on improving both health and practical skills.
Difficult words
- Tai Chi — A gentle exercise for health and relaxation.
- practice — To do something regularly or often.
- movement — An act of changing position or location.movements
- expert — A person with a lot of knowledge in a field.
- training — The process of learning skills or knowledge.
- health — The state of being free from illness.
- student — A person who is learning something.students
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think Tai Chi is popular?
- How can practicing Tai Chi benefit people?
- What other forms of exercise do you enjoy?
- How does the environment affect practicing Tai Chi?
- In what ways can Tai Chi be different from yoga?
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