Chi - Lead Points

Like an arrow or nail, the sharp head is the leading point. The difference between Tai Chi and other exercises is that the leading points change during movement, since Tai Chi is a circular movement. In the beginning, most teachers tell you to focus your eyes at a certain position. Actually, they want you to concentrate on that point in order to lead chi there.

In Tai Chi, it is required to make sure chi flows to the lead point through the push point. When you make contact with your opponent, the lead point is the contact point. In order to make sure the lead point reaches the contact point, follow Chen's style called a scroll movement. The most important thing is to sink your shoulders to lead the hand instead of moving the hand.