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Summary: An excellent representation of classic Chi-gong exercises.
Review: Although I would recommend this text to even a beginner, Chi-gong is perhaps not the easiest thing to initially learn without someone to guide you. If you've had any previous experience in Chi-gong, Tai-chi or a decent amount of an external martial art, this is an invaluable text not just for improving your health, but also increasing the effectiveness of your energy when you need it most.Zakarius
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Summary: Real Poetry
Review: Having had a certain experience in Chi Kong and Tai Chi, I found this book very helpful, as a matter of fact a real poetry both intellectually and CHI wise. I have read many of Dr. Yang's books which I found very instructive. I wanted this book for its exercises and was attracted by the fact that they can be performed in 10-20 minutes. This was my only disappointment. How can this be possible when you have to perform each exercise at least 24 times? Personally, it takes me about 40 minutes, 40 enjoyable minutes.
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Summary: Could you explain that again?
Review: On page 23; Dr Yang cautions the readers about the health risks of the Nei Dan (Mental) aspect of Chi Kung. While it is true that you CAN hurt yourself. In my opinion the Nei Dan aspect of Chi Kung is nowhere as dangerous as some of the breathing exercizes. On page 27 Dr. Yang cautions readers to perform the hand forms exactly as shown. The Hand forms are the least important aspect there is to Chi Kung. The mental (Nei Dan) and the breathing exercizes are far important. Now you should perform the hand forms as accurately as possible so that you will derive the most benefit from them. But if your joints, muscles, and tendons will not allow to perform the form exactly. do not worry about it. Perform the hand forms as accurately as you can. and give your body time to adjust. When performing the Chi Kung exercizes, perform them with a relaxed and cheerful attitude; or don't do them. The exercize "Draw the bow" On the Cover Dr Yang demonstrates the arm holding the bow where the wrist is straight pointing two fingers in the direction the arrow would go. There is a very easy way to improve this exercize and cause chi (qi) to gather in the arm. You should bend the wrist back as nearly 90 degrees as comfortably possible and only extend the index finger. This will stimulate the liver meridian. Try the exercize both ways and decide for yourself which way is more effective. Dr. Yang spends quite some cames talking about the meridians (He uses the term channels". however; I wish Dr. Yang had included a drawing to show where the meridians occur. May your chi (qi) flow wild and free.
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Summary: Could you explain that again?
Review: This would be a great book if someone who knew nothing about qigong had proof read it. As it is, there are big gaps in the instructions. Yang assumes you know things that you might not. The solution is to buy the video that goes with it (and Dr. Yang suggests that you do), or just buy a different book -- one that explains things well enough so that you don't need a video.
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Summary: Antidote for our unhealthy lives
Review: With HMOs, insurance headaches, premiums driven up by the 65 percent of Americans who are overweight, increasing daily stress, we all could use a magic elixir for energy and increased quality of life. Who better to provide it than the Chinese, inventors of tai chi chuan, green tea as a curative, and acupuncture?
Qigong, as alternative health expert Dr. Wang Jwing-Ming explains, functions like tai chi chuan or yoga as a way of maintaining longevity, youth, energy and health. Dr. Yang explains that most practitioners of qigong seek enlightenment, awareness and health through wai dan (physical tai chi type qigong) or nei dan (meditation).
Once you have read the half of the book devoted to the nature of qigong, like most Westerners, you're itching to get started. Dr. Yang stresses that qigong is not about fancy moves, but about careful attention. The exercises, like weight or strength training, require several repetitions. The qigong exercises may seem slow. However, for those who are sick and tired of being sick and tired, patience will pay off when you choose to set aside 10-20 minutes a day. The accompanying videotape purports to be another great investment in your health. Dr. Yang skillfully shows us the path to wellness.
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