Retaining the old-styled practice which was popular in Chenjiagou, Henan Province, this style contained vigorous as well as gentle movements. With jumps, leaps and explosions of strength, the performance followed a circular path. With Thoderate postures and well- knit lithe movements, its actions also followed a circular path. While exercising, performers must keep their trunks straight, move them with ease and lightness, and hold them steady throughout. The movements, like clouds floating in the sky, are spry and light, but well balanced and steady.
Motion is even and fluid, the muscles neither stiff nor rigid.
Breathing should be deep and even, and well coordinated with opening and closing movements. While practicing taijiquan, the requirement of litheness and naturalness does not mean that the performance can be loose and lifeless. Rather, it is vital to combine vigor and gentleness, and properly put forth strength - neither inertness nor rigidity is allowed. Secondly, the mind is tranquil but alert, with consciousness commanding the body. In practicing taijiquan.