In Tai Chi, the source of power is not from brute muscular force but an energy which begins from the ground and rotates the body around a central axis. This flow of power is also present in Qi Gong. In order for the energy to enter the body, the yongquan meridian point (also known as the bubbling well) must be open and free from blockages. 

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Applying the nine principles of Tai Chi helps to maintain a strong and stable axis. With the head suspended from the heavens and the spine upright, the qi can run freely through the various meridian channels, dantians and across the whole body interconnectedly.

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In order for power to run freely through the body, 'Sung' must be present.

This means relaxation happening across every part of the body whilst maintaining the 9 tai chi principles. Eventually the power is expressed via the four tai chi energies: peng (lifting and expanding), Lu (absorbing), Ji (piercing) and An (rooting). Sung (an alert state of relaxation), Wu Wei (non-action) and Yi (intention) -  ideas to meditate on in order to connect the flow of qi and the bodies alignment in tai chi. 

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