Lazy About Tying Coat 懶紮衣
Lǎn zhā yī
How to do it
Chen-style opening move: the right hand spirals outward in a large circle as the right foot steps out, ending with the palm extended at shoulder height, left hand on hip – like tucking a robe into the belt.
Step by step
- Start with the weight on the left leg, hands crossed in front
- Step the right foot wide to the right, heel first
- Shift the weight right as the right hand spirals out in a large arc to shoulder height
- Settle the left hand on the hip or waist
- turn the right palm slightly out and sink
Breathing
Inhale as you gather and step; exhale as the hand spirals out and settles.
Health focus
Hip opening, spiral coordination (silk reeling), leg strength.
Common mistakes
- Swinging the arm without the body turning
- Weight stuck on the left leg
Martial meaning
Leads the opponent's arm outward and opens their center.
How it varies between styles
| Chen | Core Chen movement, practised with full silk-reeling. |
|---|---|
| Sun | Leisurely Tie Coat – smaller, upright and with follow-step. |
| Yang | Equivalent ideas appear inside Grasp Bird's Tail. |
Where it appears
- Chen Practical Method Yilu – 81 Movements – step 2: Block Touching the Coat
- Chen Practical Method Yilu – 81 Movements – step 52: Block Touching the Coat
- Chen Laojia Yilu (Old Frame First Road) – 74 Movements – step 3: Lazy About Tying Coat
- Chen Laojia Yilu (Old Frame First Road) – 74 Movements – step 49: Lazy About Tying Coat
Animated 2D guide (front view). The highlighted leg carries the weight, the faint trails show the path of the hands, and the cue at the top suggests the breath.
Video demonstrations 影片
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Move slowly, keep the knees soft and over the toes, and stay within a comfortable range. Every movement can be adapted for a chair.