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In order to master Taijiquan you must begin with the most
fundamental steps, and systematically work up to the advanced
levels, slowly building up your knowledge and technique as you go.
This book explains the five levels of Taijiquan from complete
beginner to highest level practitioner. Presenting a word for word
translation, with commentary, of Grandmaster Chen Xiaowang's
original Chinese text, Master Jan Silberstorff provides detailed
guidance through each of the five levels. Readers will learn how to
assess their current Taiijiquan ability and identify exactly what
is needed to reach the next level and ultimately the highest goal -
the perfection of Taiji, or reaching a complete state of being.
This is an accessible and motivational book for all Taijiquan
students and practitioners, as well as anyone wishing to gain a
deeper understanding of the ancient art of Taijiquan.
Practising Taiji and Qigong is the perfect antidote to the stresses
of modern life and a great way to stay healthy. Now caring
professionals can help those with limited mobility to experience
the benefits of Taiji and Qigong with this easy-to-follow guide.
Covering everything caregivers need to know about Taiji and Qigong,
this illustrated guide provides an explanatory introduction to
these forms of exercises and shows how to build up a program from
easy steps to more challenging ones. There are exercises to
stimulate every part of the body, with variations to suit the
patient's needs and preferences. All the movements are adapted from
the same ancient principles guiding classic Taiji and Qigong and
will help strengthen the body as well as provide contemplative
relaxation. This book will show occupational therapists, physical
therapists, nurses, activity directors, mental health
practitioners, martial arts instructors, and anyone else working
with people with physical disabilities and the elderly exactly how
these simple techniques can make big improvements to a person's
physical and mental wellbeing.
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Boxing
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Katie Gillespie
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Long before Tai Chi and Qigong became household names in the West,
an American sailor visiting Shanghai discovered a gentle Chinese
exercise called Jiangan - The Chinese Health Wand. This exercise
system is simple yet potent and involves the manipulation of a
lightweight pole traditionally made of bamboo. Jiangan co-ordinates
slow diaphragmatic breathing with graduated stretching and
strengthening exercises to promote circulation and stimulate the
cardiovascular system. This book offers a concise practical guide
to Jiangan exercises, providing detailed instructions and
illustrations while also exploring the Chinese philosophy behind
the art. Although a gentle and meditative form of exercise, the
book shows that Jiangan has the muscle-toning and weight-loss
potential of more robust gym workouts and is an ideal daily
exercise routine or warm-up for a range of sports and martial arts
classes. This book will be a valuable resource for teachers and
students of Tai Chi and Qigong, as well as anyone looking for a
simple and effective way to improve health and fitness using
Eastern health arts.
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