Chen Style Taijiquan 36 Part Combination Form

A demonstration of the Chen style Taijiquan 36 part form as a reference for my students. This 36 part form is the second form I teach in the syllabus which I have inherited from 11th generation lineage holder Gou Kongji.

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Tai Chi Academy Online

Learn Tai Chi from your own home. These follow along lessons are suitable for complete beginners to get you started in learning traditional Chen family Taijiquan / Tai Chi

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Indian Clubs With Krishen Jalli

Krishen Jalli has been swinging Indian clubs for 80 years. I had the good fortune to meet with him and see the master at work.

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A Brief History Of Chen Family Taijiquan

A brief look into the roots of Taijiquan and the lineage that I am teaching from.

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Chen Style Tai Chi 11 Part Form

A demonstration of the 11 part form performed from the front and rear. This should be a handy reference for my students, helping them to learn the outline of the beginners form.

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Kettlebell Press Tutorial

The kettlebell press is a classic test of strength which should focus on the whole body. This video tutorial will show you how to perform it correctly.

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Chen Tai Chi With Grandmaster Gou

2018 marks my 10th year practising and studying Chen family Taijiquan. To mark this occasion I thought I’d share a bit of my experience learning from my current Tai Chi teacher Grandmaster Gou.

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Why I Use Kettlebells

Kettlebells play a big part in my Nourishing Moves strength programs. Here are my top 5 reasons for using this ancient Russian training tool.

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Kettlebell Workouts

“Kettlebell Workouts” is an ongoing resource and video collection showing some of my favourite and most effective kettlebell routines. It aims to introduce you to the harder side of my nourishing moves training philosophy.

Why The Kettlebell Swing Is Good For You Back

Experience has taught me that the Kettlebell Swing is one of the most beneficial all-round exercises for the general population. I’ve also found it has helped so many of my clients who once suffered with lower back pain. Here’s why.

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If You're Not Barefoot You're Over Dressed

Exercising and walking barefoot has a huge collection of health benefits. This is how I suggest you make the transition.

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How To Fix Tight Glutes

One of the more common complaints I come across with new personal training clients is tight glute muscles. This is often caused by excessive sitting at the office and driving as well as lots of repetitive running and cycling. This is how I use a lacrosse ball to help alleviate that pain in the bum.

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Are You Breathing Right?

Relearn how to breathe for reduced stress, improved digestion, better sleep and increased strength.

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10 Minute Stretch Routine

This 10 minute stretch routine will help to improve flexibility though the whole body, paying particular attention to legs, hips and glutes. The stretch routine can be used after a training session or as a daily nourishing moves health practice

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Flexi Band Stretches

A simple leg stretch routine to follow using the flexi band. These stretches focus on the back, outer and inner thigh.

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How to use Indian Clubs

How to use Indian Clubs video lesson series will introduce you to traditional Indian club swinging. Begin with lesson 1 and work your way through the lessons to reap the rewards of the ancient art of club swinging.

TRX Suspension Warm Up Routine

A warm up should wake up the often dormant postural muscles, open out the tight ones and get co-ordination going ready for the training to come. Here is a video example of how I might get one of my personal training clients to warm up using some TRX suspension straps.

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Chest & Shoulder Stretch Routine

A simple antidote to sitting at a desk or after a long drive. This follow along chest and shoulder stretch routine will help release those tight chest and shoulder muscles.