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Tai'chi in the Morning

11/20/2018

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In every neighborhood in Chinese cities is a local park.  And in almost every park, there is morning Tai'chi.  The teacher is a volunteer, usually a local Tai'chi expert. Classes usually begin around 8 am.  Generally, the population at these morning exercises is aged 50+, but more and more, I am seeing younger people in the parks, particularly if the class is on the early side, before work.

Like yoga, Tai'chi is designed for enlightenment and self awareness.  Whereas yoga is a series of postures, many of which we hold for a period of time, Tai'chi is fluid.  When done properly, there is constant, deliberate motion.  Tai'chi strengthens the body and improves flexibility.  It is also taught as a form of self defense.  

Regardless of where we are in China, I try to take travelers to a park in the morning to watch and participate in Tai'chi.  The local people are always thrilled to have us join the exercises and welcome us to come back the next day.  Join me on a Chow Fun tour and experience the Tai'chi mind-body connection. 

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    Lauren Drazen

    I have traveled all over the world, including adventures in China, Uganda, Taiwan, Thailand, Cambodia, Argentina, Vietnam, Israel, Jordan, Turkey, Greece, Italy, Spain, France, Switzerland, England, Denmark, Sweden, Russia, Costa Rica, Jamaica, St. Lucia, Dominican Republic, Mongolia, Netherlands, Canada and Mexico!  My greatest love is introducing Americans to the sites, traditions and people of China.  My hope is to give travelers a new lens through which to see the world.

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