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Rodney Stone
(Paperback)
Arthur Conan Doyle
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Originally published in 1963, this book includes personal
testimonies regarding the author and his art from James Y Lee, the
legendary Ed Parker, and jujutsu icon Wally Jay. Through hand-drawn
diagrams and captioned photo sequences, Lee's text comes to life as
he demonstrates a variety of training exercises and fighting
techniques. Topics include basic gung fu stances, waist training,
leg training, and the theory of yin and yang.
Early-stage Qigong practitioners often find it difficult to
establish a daily Qigong practice. This useful handbook teaches
simple Qigong exercises that can be easily practised in the home
every day. The book provides guidance for a series of warm-ups and
exercises which are easy to learn, very effective and all based on
ancient and traditional practice. These include refreshing Early
Morning Meditations; the classic Eight-Sectioned Brocade; the
dynamic Three Circles Posture; the Ten Aggrievement Exercises,
which are great for combating bad moods; and the Three Lowerings,
an exercise for sound sleep; as well as Rubbing Exercises,
self-massage for combating stiffness, aches and pains. The author
offers advice throughout on important points to remember when
practising Qigong at home and how to deal with any problems that
arise in a straightforward and relaxed manner. Suitable for young
and old, this introduction to classic Qigong for daily practice
translates the traditional Chinese teaching expressions into
English that reflects the multi-layered meaning of the original;
intuitively grasped, meaning deepens on reflection. The meditations
and exercises will be particularly healing for those recovering
from illness.
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