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Standing Qigong for Health and Martial Arts - Zhan Zhuang

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Standing qigong is a simple, effective form of exercise suitable for all ages that can increase health, balance and vitality. This complete and accessible guide introduces standing qigong for health and martial arts. Beginning with an introduction describing his own discovery of the practice and an exploration of the health benefits, the author provides detailed instruction on the basic health postures and the process for diaphragmatic breathing. The second part of the book focuses on the martial postures and provides guidance on the subtle variations of the movements that help to cultivate and strengthen healing and internal power. Practice sequences are also included to help readers get started immediately, including, in the third part of the book, the Xing Yi Five Element linking form.       
 
Easy-to-follow, and covering all the basics, this guide to standing qigong is perfect for anyone who is looking for ways to improve their health, or with an interest in the internal or martial arts, especially practitioners of Taiji, Qigong, XinYi, Bagua,YiQuan and yoga.
Introduction. Part 1. Health Postures. I. Diaphragmatic Breathing. II. Preparation for Health Postures. III. Holding the Sphere - 5 Postures. Part 2. Martial Postures. I. Martial Posture Specifics. II. San Ti Shi. III. Tiger. IV. Rooster. V. Dragon. VI. Sample Routines. VII. Visualization Exercises. Part 3. Five Element Form. I. Five Element Form. Conclusion.
If you want to get healthy on the outside, start from the inside - simply by starting with your breath! This book contains life-changing advice and techniques that can lead to a permanent healthy lifestyle if followed as recommended. It includes helpful proven tips and strategies that will mentally and physically change your life to find that happy balance. As a student, I highly recommend this book to anyone at any age, no martial arts experience needed!
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