As you inhale, the lower abdomen and lower back expand gently as you exhale, they contract naturally. Even the breath feels as though it is “sitting” in the lower abdomen. The shoulders are dropped, the chest relaxed with the ribs just hanging effortlessly the lower abdomen is allowed to protrude naturally the knees are bent so that the weight of the body can be felt dropping down through the legs the feet adhere to the ground.
Rather, the body should feel like a tall, graceful tree with deep roots. It is important to note, however, that sinking does not mean collapsing or slouching. There is a Chinese saying, “Going with gravity is wisdom.” Thus, while practicing Taiji Quan every part of the body should relax (song) and sink (chen), seeking its lowest level, like water flowing down hill. It seeks the lowest ground, following the path of least resistance.
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