Tai Chi is based on correct posture and proper alignment to make the best use of your whole body.
everydaytaichi by lucy has developed "key words" that she uses to call out as the movements are done
Serpent in the Grass, Golden Cockerel
After Kick Out with your Left
Bring it in...Serpent
Look at your hooked hand that is higher
Weight on the back leg
Drop
1/2 way
Shift Weight
Set
Pendulum up
Golden Cockerel standing on the Right
Pivot both feet
Serpent the other way
Hook the back hand
Look at it
Drop
1/2 Way
Shift Weight
Set
Pendulum up
Golden Cockerel standing on the Left
Look at your hooked hand that is higher
Weight on the back leg
Drop
1/2 way
Shift Weight
Set
Pendulum up
Golden Cockerel standing on the Right
Pivot both feet
Serpent the other way
Hook the back hand
Look at it
Drop
1/2 Way
Shift Weight
Set
Pendulum up
Golden Cockerel standing on the Left