Tai Chi Rooting
The 5 Secrets of Tai Chi Rooting
Tai Chi Rooting develops leg strength and improves muscle tone.
At the same time, it strengthens the lower back and improves balance.
Rooting helps you to move smoothly like water in a country stream. Moving your body gracefully and smoothly requires knowing how to shift your weight from one leg to the other. Walking requires the same
action. In fact, just after a few weeks, you’ll find walking easier,
and you’ll feel lighter on your feet.
Shifting the Weight
Shifting your weight helps you move smoothly from one move to the next. You’ll learn how to gradually bend your knee and place the weight on it as you extend and straighten the other leg, and remove all the weight. You do this by keeping your back straight and keeping your weight always centered. Many older people fall or lose balance because they do not know how to shift their weight properly.
Stretching the Ankle
As you practice Tai Chi rooting, we always stretch back on the empty leg (the leg without weight) and raise the toes as far off the ground as possible. This simple action stretches the ankle and increases the blood flow to the foot. It also increases the calf's flexibility.
Tones the Legs
By learning this weight management routine, you’ll develop strength and flexibility in your leg muscles. The simple action of gently bending the knee and shifting the weight from one leg to another strengthens the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. That is different from developing your legs through running or weightlifting, because it works on the muscles' inner fibers to maintain proper blood flow and inner-fiber strength.
Develops Balance
Balance is a cornerstone of Tai Chi. Don’t worry if you think you don't have good balance. Tai Chi teaches you how to manage your weight properly. Once your body learns to manage weight, you’ll always have outstanding balance. You accomplish weight management by keeping your weight centered with your body. With the simple techniques, you’ll master this principle in just a few short lessons.
Strengthens the Back
Poor posture usually causes back pain due to weak abdominal muscles. Tai Chi teaches you to maintain a centered position, strengthening your core. Along with Tai Chi breathing, you develop strong internal organs and gently strengthen your abdominal muscles without harsh exercises like sit-ups, etc.
Improved Flexibility
“I would like to express my appreciation and thanks for the benefits I have already noticed due to my participation in the Tai Chi class. I have experienced an improvement in my flexibility. I am now able to do things that were not possible in the last three years due to pain from arthritis. Thanks!
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