Tai Chi is a martial art and as such is meant to be executed with great inner strength known as 'chi.' Many people today practice Tai Chi without understanding how this gentle-looking form is used for self-defense. I have compiled these Chi Kung exercises to help both the beginner and advanced Tai Chi student understand the defensive/offensive moves, blocks, and strikes in the Yang-style Tai Chi form. Through regular daily practice, these exercises will stretch and strengthen your body.