Tai Chi Brush Knee Explained-The Tai Chi Code. In this video, we’re breaking down the differences between Brush Knee and Parting the Wild Horse’s Mane in Tai Chi, focusing on the unique movements of the arms, core, and hips. While these two Tai Chi postures might look similar, their internal mechanics are quite different.
Key topics covered:
Arm movements: The left arm rises in Parting the Wild Horse’s Mane vs. stays low in Brush Knee. The right arm moves differently in both.
Core action: The critical difference lies in the core movements, which are not visible but form the foundation of Tai Chi practice.
Glute activation: Brush Knee is the first movement where we actively engage the glutes, pushing off the ground instead of simply flexing the hip.
Hip extension vs. flexion: Understand how the rear leg powers each movement with either a hip flexion (Parting the Wild Horse’s Mane) or hip extension (Brush Knee).
We’ll also discuss the importance of rooting, core coordination, and proper alignment in Tai Chi, which will help you improve both your form and everyday movements.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced Tai Chi practitioner, this video offers valuable insights into Tai Chi postures and their applications.
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