虛靈頂勁 (“Xu ling ding jin” — “the crown of the head as if suspended”)
- 1 虚灵顶劲 Keep the Upper Body Free and Supple
- 2 气沉丹田 Sink the Energy to the Diaphragm
- 3 含胸拔背 Depress the Back and Raise the Upper Back
- 4 松腰敛臀 Relaxation of Waist
- 5 圆裆开胯 Solid and Empty Stance
- 6 沉肩坠肘 Sinking of Shoulder & Elbow
- 7 用意不用力 Use your Will (Mind) and not Force
- 8 尾闾中正 Pelvic in neutral position
- 9 上下相随 Coordination of Upper & Lower Parts
- 10 虚实分明 Distinguish between Substantial and Insubstantial