I know we have more than a couple martial artists on the board, I was wondering if we have any Tai chi practitioners here. I have been self-studying the 24 forms Yang style for a while now via video and book. It a very relaxing art that has improved my disposition and center as well as my muscle control and flexibility.

When I look at the martial applications, or base of the art I am even more impressed as every movement even the transitions between forms seems to have some application as a block strike hold or throw. It's fascinating, economical of movement, yet versatile, powerful yet extremely beautiful.