Adapting T'ai Chi to Fit Yourself

Yang Cheng-fu and one of his senior disciples Chen Wei-Ming doing Yang style T'ai Chi Ch'uan.

It is important to abide by T'ai Chi principles of movement and posture, such as rootedness, relaxation, and mindfulness.  But ultimately you must adapt it to fit your body, your style, and your understanding of this martial art.  You see how Chen Wei-Ming's form is sometimes very different from his teacher and master Yang Chengfu.