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Tai Chi seems so relaxing. Is it really a martial art?

April 26, 2017art chi Martial relaxing Tai

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Tai Chi seems so relaxing. Is it really a martial art?

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Yes. There are two basic types of martial arts: the hard martial arts and the soft (or internal) martial arts. The former includes karate and kung fu. Tai Chi is a soft one, emphasizing relaxation — for many, it is a form of meditation. Nevertheless, Tai Chi movements, like those of other martial arts, are executed with careful precision and grace.