The Ten Essentials of Tai Chi Chuan
- Head should be held upright
- Let the chest sink in a little
- Relax the shoulders and drop the elbows
- Relax the waist and hips
- Distinguish between void and full
- Upper and lower body should follow one other
- Internal and external must correspond
- No interruption between movements
- Stive for calmness while in action
- Use intent, not force