Chinese Fast Wrestling for Fighting

Author: Shou-Yu Liang
Publisher: Ymaa Publications
ISBN: 9781886969490
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 188

Book Description
San Shou Kuai Jiao (Fast Wrestling for Fighting) is the Chinese martial art of throws and takedowns. A San Shou Kuai Jiao throw can cause tremendous damage to your opponent while keeping you safely on your feet. For centuries, fighters in China have valued this art for its speed and power. Today, China's police and military forces are trained in its techniques. Chinese Fast Wrestling for Fighting presents seventy-five throws and takedowns against punches, kicks, and grabs, and demonstrates basic training methods such as stances, footwork, and strength training. Written by a gold medal winner in Chinese wrestling (Liang), this book is a complete training guide to this powerful martial art. Throw your opponent to the ground - fast! Effective for competition and self-defense. 460 action photos detail every technique. Includes a chapter on ground fighting.

108 Insights Into Tai Chi Chuan

Author: Michael Gilman
Publisher: Tai Chi Treasures
ISBN:
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 132

Book Description
Presents variety of entries related to or arising from over thirty years of taiji and related practices.

Qigong Grand Circulation for Spiritual Enlightenment

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher: Qigong Foundation
ISBN: 9781594398452
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 400

Book Description
Spiritual Enlightenment is a uniquely human endeavor. This book provides traditional and modern scientific definitions of Qi and practices to guide you on the path toward spiritual growth. There are many paths on this quest. Unique to qigong is the indivisibility of the mind-body-spirit. Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming has once again brought his unique scholarship and experience to write an insightful analysis of this ethereal and profound idea of spiritual enlightenment. His approach has always been to provide the information--a map--for the path.

The Root of Chinese Qigong

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher: Qigong Foundation
ISBN: 9781594399107
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 336

Book Description
Long considered a classic text by teachers and students, The Root of Chinese Qigong offers the principles and theories of qigong practice. This third edition includes Updated pinyin that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words). Updated Chinese text character font (providing better readability). Dr. Yang is acclaimed for helping readers understand qigong concepts deeper and more clearly by expressing them in familiar methods for the Western mind. He takes these ancient concepts and presents them in a logical way that helps practitioners stay on the right path to deepen knowledge and skill. In this book Dr. Yang teaches sitting and standing meditation, demonstrates qi massage techniques, and examines the Qi pathways in your body. He explains correct breathing methods, shares secrets for quieting the mind, and discusses how to increase your body's qi supply. He further explains important concepts such as the Three Treasures and regulating the body, breath, and mind. Contents include Qigong's history Basic concepts of qigong Qi and the human body The five categories of qigong Regulating body, breath and mind Regulating your essence, qi and spirit Key points for improving practice A detailed look at qi channels and vessels in the body Whatever style of qigong you may practice, making sense of qigong theory and principles is the best way of achieving your goals sooner, more accurately, and deeper.

Chinese Qigong Massage

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780940871250
Category : Chài kung
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Invigorating and restorative massage techniques both for self and with a partner.

Traditional Taekwondo

Author: Doug Cook
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781594394232
Category : Self-Help
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Discover the original purpose and training of taekwondo The principles and techniques illustrated in this book, having been handed down over the decades, if not centuries, emphasize a core philosophy rich in defensive strategy. Taekwondo, literally translated, can be defined as "foot, hand way" or "the way of smashing with hands and feet." Such descriptive nomenclature understandably implies a curriculum rich in self-defense. Too often, however, this is simply not the case. Given the current popularity of sport competition in the martial arts, many techniques of defensive value have been stripped away or forfeited altogether in favor of those certain to score in the ring. While the thirst for Olympic gold has clearly played a significant role in propelling taekwondo into the forefront, it should be remembered that this native Korean martial art contains over 3200 distinct self defense techniques. This book describes in detail, the history and evolution of Taekwondo from its ancient roots to modern day applications. Also included are exercises in "Ki" or internal energy development, meditation practice, and practical self-defense strategies. This work focuses on the traditional aspects of Taekwondo rather than on its sportive component.

Qigong for Health and Martial Arts

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher: Qigong, Health and Healing
ISBN: 9781886969575
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 175

Book Description
Increase your strength, improve your health, and discover greater martial power with ten separate sets of Qigong exercises. A special chapter discusses the application and uses of Qi and Qigong for enhancing martial arts ability as well as a section on soothing massage techniques to help recover quickly from various injuries.

Meridian Qigong Exercises

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781594399701
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Each morning before getting out of bed, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming practices a series of movements he has combined based on decades of experience. In Meridian Qigong Exercises, Dr. Yang teaches you his special daily exercise routine. Follow along and learn how a unique combination of simple yoga stretches, qigong movements, and acupressure techniques can relieve energy stagnation and rejuvenate your entire body. All the exercises can be performed lying down or sitting, if preferred. Meridian qigong will quickly improve your general health, helping you to heal and preventing injuries. With regular practice you will notice your entire body feels loose and comfortable. You will react to stress with a greater sense of calm, and your circulation will increase. With this book you will: Understand the link between yoga and qigong Learn basic acupressure with traditional tui na (pushing and grabbing) and dian xue (cavity pressing) techniques Supplement your qigong practice with yoga stretches Know which acupoints and meridians to stimulate Relieve many common ailments, including insomnia Dr. Yang is among the world's most respected instructors of martial arts, tai chi, and qigong. Meridian Qigong Exercises is a profound addition to his incredible body of work.

The Essence of Shaolin White Crane

Author: Jwing-Ming Yang
Publisher: Ymaa Publications
ISBN: 9781886969353
Category : Sports & Recreation
Languages : en
Pages : 337

Book Description
Reveals the secrets of Chinese internal power development.

Qigong Empowerment

Author: Shou-Yu Liang
Publisher: Way of the Dragon Publishing
ISBN: 9781889659022
Category : Health & Fitness
Languages : en
Pages : 358

Book Description
Qigong Empowerment is the most unique and complete volume ever written in the English language on qigong (Chi Kung). This volume can be used for attaining better health, for healing, for gaining extraordinary power, and for spiritual development. This volume consists of five books which covers: - Traditional Chinese Medical theories and qi cultivation methods. - Taoist methods to foster Essence, Qi, and Spirit. - Buddhist Esoteric Abilities of the Body, Speech, and Mind. - Emitting, Absorbing, and Healing Qigong. - Wushu (martial arts) Iron Shirt training. Qigong (Chi Kung) has been an integral part of Chinese culture since ancient China. High level qigong masters have always been respected and held in high esteem in Chinese society. Qi is a Chinese term used to refer to all types of energy. It is the intrinsic substance or the vital force behind all things in the universe. It is the medium between and within all material substances. We are all immersed in it. The term gong refers to the power to produce an effect, an attainment of, or an accomplishment that is achieved with steady practice. Loosely, qigong can be translated as the attainment of qi. Healers and the medical society use qigong for healing and preventing illness. Martial artists use qigong for developing incredible strength and abilities. Others use qigong to attain a greater consciousness.