Cross Lateral in Tai Chi

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 Classical Tai Chi is loaded with “cross lateral movement”. AKA left brain cooperates with right brain. Example: One hand pushes, other hand deflects, etc. Try patting your head and rubbing your belly. Try patting your belly and rubbing your head. That difficulty is the neurological answer to the following question: The young woman said “Mr. Roach, why does Tai Chi have to be so hard?” 

This analogy is based on “ cross-lateral movement,” which requires the left and right brain to work together. As babies, we learn these skills instinctually. As we age, unless we continue to train physical movements across a wide range of motion and complexity, the neural pathways in the brain that were once strong to do this begin to atrophy. Good example is the shuffling steps as well as balance troubles of many seniorsLink to example of cross lateral

Classical Tai Chi Walking Exercise

Classical Tai Chi Walking Exercise 

We have a mixed-ability Classical Tai Chi group, so newer members must avail themselves of study materials and online lessons. This is so that they can improve their standard and master at least the basic walking of Classical Tai Chi in their own time. Walking is quite helpful because you can do it even during other activities. Any questions can also be asked anonymously in the Classical Tai Chi group.

Here is the link to join our group: https://fb.me/g/p_KyoSC3pbm4Dsv36u/812ndvso