8 Tai Chi Characteristics to Master

These eight characteristics describe the most important elements to be maintained in practice.

zhong
centered, you are always in balance, do not lean on anything or in any direction

zheng
upright, you keep your body straight and erect

an
peaceful

shu
comfortable, soothingly stretched

qing
light, not heavy or clumsy

ling
nimble, flexible

yuan
round, smooth

huo
alive