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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