The Root of Chinese Qigong

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Prix Bushido French Book Award WINNER - 1997. This insightful guide reveals the what, why, and how of qigong, helping readers determine if it’s the right choice for their health or martial arts journey. Understanding the effectiveness of qigong enables you to set realistic goals, while learning the proper practice techniques ensures efficient progress toward those goals. Qigong training enhances health, cures illnesses, and alleviates daily stress, drawing on thousands of years of Chinese tradition focused on Qi, or vital energy, within the body. This comprehensive approach is accessible to anyone seeking health and longevity. Dr. Yang offers valuable insights into sitting and standing meditation, massage techniques, and the Qi pathways throughout the body. He covers essential breathing methods, strategies for calming the mind, and ways to boost your Qi supply. Key concepts such as the Three Treasures and the regulation of body, breath, and mind are thoroughly explained. Regardless of your style, this resource provides essential tools for successful training in qigong, tai chi, or martial arts, making it a must-read for anyone interested in these practices.