Master Li graduated from Luoyang Normal University and later earned his Ph.D. in Sport Science from Shanghai University of Sport, one of China’s top institutions for physical education and martial arts research. He trained under Grandmaster Wang Xian, a 9th-generation lineage holder of Chen-style Taijiquan, and is recognized as a 12th-generation inheritor of the Chen-style tradition. For over four decades, he has dedicated himself to the scholarly study, teaching, and global promotion of traditional Chinese martial arts and wellness systems.

In the United States, Master Li has played a transformative role in bringing Taiji into academic and clinical frameworks. He founded the Medical Taiji Program at Stanford University, designing innovative interdisciplinary curricula that connect Taiji philosophy and movement with Western science, anatomy, kinesiology, and preventive medicine. His work has influenced a wide range of students and professionals, including physicians, therapists, athletes, and scholars.

As a visionary leader, Master Li spearheads the World Wushu Open Championships, an inclusive international platform that fosters cultural exchange and athletic excellence among martial artists worldwide. Under his leadership, the WWOC has grown into one of the most respected global martial arts events.

He is also the founding editor and driving force behind the Journal of Taiji Science (JTS), a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to advancing research in Taiji, Qigong, mind-body integration, and traditional health systems. His mission is to establish a credible and interdisciplinary scientific platform that bridges Eastern traditions with Western methodologies.

Beyond institutional leadership, Master Li is deeply committed to cultivating the next generation of global Taiji and Wushu leaders. He actively promotes international youth development and has launched and supported elite youth martial arts scholarships to nurture young practitioners with high potential. These efforts empower students across cultures to engage in traditional arts with academic and leadership aspirations.

Master Li has established enduring academic partnerships with institutions such as Harvard University, Stanford University, Beijing Sport University, and other leading universities and research centers worldwide. He has served as an international advisor, keynote speaker, academic editor, and ambassador for academic conferences focused on integrative health, martial arts science, and East-West scholarly dialogue.

As a frequent organizer and delegate to global academic forums, Master Li has played a unique role in connecting scientists, clinicians, martial artists, and cultural scholars across disciplines and geographies. His conferences and initiatives have contributed to the formal recognition of traditional movement practices within evidence-based frameworks.

Master Li’s publications and lectures emphasize the scientific foundations of Taiji and Qigong, exploring topics such as biomechanics, neurocognitive regulation, energy dynamics, mental resilience, and the role of intentional movement in disease prevention and holistic health.

A lifelong advocate for the harmony of tradition and innovation, Master Li continues to shape the future of martial arts, integrative medicine, and mind-body science on a global scale. His contributions reflect a deep commitment to cultural heritage, public health, and academic excellence.