Taijiquan 13 Steps Tutorial Episode 2

Single Hand Push teaches how to project energy forward with relaxed structure. Single Hand Whip develops expansion and extension through coordinated spiraling.

Taijiquan 13 Steps Tutorial Episode 2
  • Clear verbal instruction and demonstration
  • Step-by-step movement breakdowns
  • Multiple camera angles showing proper form
  • Practice tips and common corrections

In this video, we explore two essential movements: Single Hand Taiji Push and Single Hand Whip. Both highlight the importance of body structure and alignment in Taijiquan practice.

Be sure to make yourself familiar with those before you continue:

Taiji Basics: Single-Hand Push
The Single-Hand Push – 单手推 (Dān Shǒu Tuī) is a very straightforward movement; the hip rotation is used to send a pushing-like impulse to your hand.
Taiji Basics: Single-Hand Whip
The Single-Hand Whip – 单鞭 (Dān Biān) is like a Taiji signature move; you can see it in any Taijiquan routine, and the freedom for personal interpretation is vast.
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Key things to watch for:

  • Elbow and knee alignment – ensure your joints follow natural lines, never collapsing inward or locking out.
  • Posture awareness – maintain an upright spine, relaxed shoulders, and a gentle sinking of the chest.
  • Energy direction – the elbow drives the push softly forward, while the whip extends with coordinated whole-body power.

These movements teach you how to generate strength without force, relying instead on correct structure and connected body mechanics. Pay special attention to how your arms and legs coordinate, so your movements remain rooted, stable, and effortless.

Focus tip: Keep your body relaxed but aware, and let the structure carry the power. With correct posture, every motion becomes smooth, efficient, and powerful.

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