Gentle movements from the ancient Chinese art of self-healing and fitness to maintain youthful health and vitality. Shoshanna Katzman introduces readers to the practice of qigong through her graceful twenty-minute program that incorporates postures, breath, sound, visualization,…
An introduction to dao yin and health -- The jing body -- The nature of pathogens -- Dao yin principles -- Beginning dao yin : the four walks -- Intermediate practice : the four sequences -- Advanced practice : enter the dragon -- Moving into nei dan.
Mitchell explains the theory, history of Dao Yin exercises, and their differences from Qi Gong. The Four Dragon Dao Yin exercises are presented in detail, with a discussion of the effects on the practitioner.
The first English translation of Master Li Ching-yun's teachings on the Eight Brocades, the central practice of qigong. Explains the physical and spiritual benefits of the Eight Brocades and offers step-by-step instructions for this powerful sequence of postures. 85 illustration…
Chinese Qigong has a rich theoretical foundation for meditation training known as 'small circulation', where the body's energy is consciously circulated on energetic pathways. This book describes the theory and presents a detailed practice routine for small circulation and inter…
Providing essential internal training for acupuncture practitioners and students, this book teaches acupuncturists to develop their internal energy. Fully illustrated and with explanatory commentaries, the author presents authentic Chinese internal cultivation texts and qigong e…
Highlights the exercides you need to treat your arthritis. The gentle, meditative movements emphasize proper motion in coordination with breath. By committing to a simple qigong practice, you can begin to take care of your own joints, to prevent and heal injuries and maintain lo…
