Xingyi Lesson 1 - Standing Meditation & Footwork
Xingyi Series
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28m
Xingyi Standing (xíng yì zhuāng 形意桩)
This posture develops the explosive force and lower body strength needed in Xingyi. It is the same as the body position used in the five Xingyi striking methods.
Posture:
The left leg steps out to the front, 30% of weight on left leg, 70% weight on right leg. The left foot is slightly turned in, the right food slightly turned out. The heels should be in line. The left foot pushes back and right foot pushes forward. This engages the leg muscles. Both knees are slightly bent. Sit back slightly. The left hand comes up, the “tiger’s mouth” is open, and the left elbow sinks down. The right hand is at the level of the dantian, palm down, elbow bent. The chest is concave, the shoulders relaxed. The tongue touches the upper palate; the eyes are open and look beyond the left hand, not actively watching. Don’t forget the other side!
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