The Journal of Taiji Science (JTS), Includes both print (ISSN 2832-0611) and online (ISSN 2832-062X) formats. Is a peer-reviewed, open access, indexed journal that publishes original research articles as well as review articles, in all areas of psychological health wellness, Sport, medical and Exercise. We welcome contributions from all fields there in, including the humanities. Journals are published used English language.
Author: Dezhao Li1 Yangtao Ruan1, Fufu Zheng1, Lijuan Si2, and Qiang Lin3
1Zhejiang Provincial Key Laboratory of Quantum Precision Measurement, College of Science, Zhejiang University of Technology, Hangzhou 310023, China. 2Qiantang District Wushu Association, Hangzhou 311225, China. 3Zhejiang University of Technology (correspondence e-mail: qlin@zjut.edu.cn).
Keywords: Tai Chi; Fascia; space structure
Abstract: —Taiji post standing is a supplementary exercise for Taiji, which aids the internal function of the body and brain. Taiji post standing is usually considered to be helpful for human health. However, few studies have explored the mechanism of this exercise using modern measurement devices. This study for the first time explores the effect of Taiji post standing on the human brain with participants wearing EEG signal measurement devices. Based on our studies of participants, who were selected to practice three different Taiji posts, the experimental results provide evidence that standing Taiji posts can help people to relax, and they also found it easier to meditate. It is considered that this method of investigation can also be carried out for other Taiji exercises, and it will be possible to gain a greater understanding of the complex health regulation mechanism of Taiji.
DOI:10.57612/2022.JTS.01.01
Link:10.57612/2022.JTS.01.01
Author: Julian Chu 朱殿蓉
Independent Researcher and Taijiquan Instructor (correspondence e-mail: tjulianchu@gmail.com)
Keywords: Qigong, college students, personality, mental health, intervention.
Abstract: Taijiquan can handle incoming forces with minimal effort and it can overcome hardness with softness. This claim is sometimes viewed suspiciously because ordinary people cannot execute the internal force of Taijiquan. Relaxation can
enhance stability and rooting can help facilitate selfdefense. This claim often causes confusion because ordinary people are unfamiliar with these concepts. In the following, the author cites ancient Taijiquan Classics and reviews scientific literature to discuss a better way for Taijiquan training for health, and to help reveal an effective way of Taijiquan application for self-defense. Martial application is a complex process, and involves converting the mechanically disadvantaged systems in the human body to be more efficient and effective mechanisms. As a martial art for self-defense, Taijiquan is most challenging for practitioners when it comes to quickly receiving a strong oncoming force and effectively launching “Jin” after neutralization. The biomechanical aspects of Taijiquan martial art are evaluated in terms of motional control; the six degrees of freedom in motion; maintaining a central equilibrium; biotensegrity formation; the living fulcrum and leverage utilization; ground reaction force enhancement; and body kinetic chain manipulation. In this paper, the mysterious “Qi” and “Jin” are scientifically defined, to help users understand the essence of Taijiquan.
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.02
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.02
Author: Tao Kang¹ Guo-yong Wang² Wei-bao Wang³
¹Guangzhou Cadre Health Management Center, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510530; 2P.E Department of Sun Yatsen University, Guangzhou, Guangdong 510275; 3School of Wushu, Guangzhou Sport University , Guangzhou, Guangdong 510500
Keywords: The Belt and Road Initiative; Health Qigong; International Communication
Abstract: The concept of Taiji (Tai-chi), consisting of Yin and Yang, originates from the ancient Yijng (Iching), the Book of Changes. It is the traditional metaphysical Law of China, and has been described as Dao (Tao) or “The Way.” Two years ago, in December, 2020, Taijiquan (the fighting system of Taiji) was recognized and accepted as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). This study reviews the Taijiquan technique for assisting in life and wellness, and presents a brief review of the effect of Cardio Taiji on blood pressure.
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.03
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.03
Author: C.P. Ong¹
¹Independent Researcher Potomac, Maryland, USA. www.cpTaiji.com, Correspondence: cpTaiji@gmail.com
Keywords: Taijiquan, biomechanics, martial application, internal force, relaxation, central equilibrium, body integration, biotensegrity, levers, ground reaction force, kinetic chains
Abstract: We present in this following paper a verse-by-verse translation of the Taijiquan Discourse, with annotations in the framework of biomechanics. In the text, dongjin 懂劲 the “comprehension of jin” crystallizes as a central concept. Dongjin can be viewed as how the body comprehends, and interacts functionally with force. While the body relates to force by its strength and functionality, the Taiji body, is considered to be instilled with dongjin, and perceives the force associated with jin (劲) as “soft” (rou) and “hard” (gang), which correspond to the vector quantities of the force, namely, direction and magnitude. In most cases the common response to an attacking force is to fight back, in a direct forceagainst-force interaction, which creates a “double weighted” conditions (shuangzhong 双重) that tenses up, and traps the body from being able to maneuver. This renders the body vulnerable. Dongjin enables the body to respond to the incoming force by making postural adjustments to receive force at an angle, at the moment of impact, thus deflecting and mitigating it. In other words, the body uses the rou component (softness) to absorb and neutralize the incoming force. Also, dongjin accords liveliness and spontaneity in the response of rou and gang, which is a fundamental feature of martial skills. Dongjin is more comprehensive than perceiving force as a vector; it enables the body to use the dynamics of rou and gang functionally in its application, with great efficacy. Dongjin forms the biomechanical basis for Taijiquan’s key strategy of responding with rou-softness in martial interactions (yi rou wei zhu 以柔为主).
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.04
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.04
Author: Chi-hsiu D Weng¹, Timothy S. Tin²
US Collegiate Taiji Federation
Keywords: Yin & Yang, Balance, Holistic Healing, Wellness Continuum, Security, Cardio Exercise, Harmony, Tao/Dao, The Way
Abstract:
The concept of Taiji (Tai-chi), consisting of Yin and Yang, originates from the ancient Yijng (Iching), the Book of Changes. It is the traditional metaphysical Law of China, and has been described as Dao (Tao) or “The Way.” Two years ago, in December, 2020, Taijiquan (the fighting system of Taiji) was recognized and accepted as an Intangible Heritage of Humanity by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). This study reviews the Taijiquan technique for assisting in life and wellness, and presents a brief review of the effect of Cardio Taiji on blood pressure.
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.05
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.05
Author: Zili Xu ¹*, Juan Chen²
Zili Xu, Landscape Architecture Department, School of architecture, South China University of Technology
Juan Chen,Guangzhou Chen Zhenglei Taijiquan Hall,
Keywords: Tai Chi; Fascia; space structure
Abstract: This paper analyzes the spatial structure and movement characteristics of bones in Taiji movement, and puts forward the viewpoint that the human body forms a “rigid and flexible” coupled movement force system with the bones and fascia during Taiji movement, and this relates to the structural forces experiences by the human body in Taiji movement. In Taiji movement, the fascia wraps and connects bones in series. This forms a rigid flexible coupling prestressed ……
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.06
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.06
Author: Zili Xu ¹*, Juan Chen²
Zili Xu, Landscape Architecture Department, School of architecture, South China University of Technology
Juan Chen,Guangzhou Chen Zhenglei Taijiquan Hall,
Keywords: Tai Chi; Fascia; space structure
Abstract: This paper analyzes the spatial structure and movement characteristics of bones in Taiji movement, and puts forward the viewpoint that the human body forms a “rigid and flexible” coupled movement force system with the bones and fascia during Taiji movement, and this relates to the structural forces experiences by the human body in Taiji movement. In Taiji movement, the fascia wraps and connects bones in series. This forms a rigid flexible coupling prestressed ……
DOI: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.07
Link: 10.57612/2022.JTS.01.07
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