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Tai chi ball qigong training is an important component of proper tai chi chuan practice. For martial artists, tai chi ball qigong training can strengthen the torso, condition the muscles, and increase physical power by using the mind to lead the qi. It can be a major training tool to enhance pushing hands ability. For general exercise, tai chi ball qigong training helps those who might overly focus on 'core body exercises' to strengthen their hips, knees, and ankles. You will improve movement of the spine, increase energy through various breathing techniques, and learn to move many joints properly at different angles. This book includes History of tai chi ball Theory of tai chi ball qigong Tai chi ball warm-ups Tai chi ball fundamentals Tai chi ball breathing Tai chi ball exercises Tai chi ball partner exercises Tai chi ball advanced practice In all my years of teaching, I believe that Tai Chi Ball Qigong is one of the most powerful exercises I have ever seen to rebuild the entire body's health.--Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

Qigong Grand Circulation is an ancient path toward spiritual enlightenment. Spiritual enlightenment is a uniquely human endeavor; a universal and timeless quest to understand the mysteries of our lives. Perhaps it began when humans looked at the stars and first felt the enchantment of awe. But today, with all of our comforts and technological advancements, we are not satisfied. Our lives are noisy. Qigong helps us to consider and unify the mind, body, and spirit. This book provides traditional and modern scientific definitions of Qi and offers qigong practices to guide you on a path toward spiritual growth. Unique to qigong's approach to spiritual enlightenment is the indivisibility of the mind-body-spirit. Training of one of these aspects is the training of all three. Contents include 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.

Push Hands is the "other" part of tai chi that makes your practice a true living art Tai chi push hands practice is a necessary next step for tai chi practitioners who wish to make their art come alive. Push hands practice requires two people to engage in a variety of "light touch" moving and walking routines. By practicing these movements, practitioners begin to develop tai chi's sensing, listening, and yielding skills. The Dao De Jing classic reminds us that "knowing others (an opponent) is important for knowing ourselves". By developing tai chi push hand skills, one begins to obtain a profound sense of feeling of ones' body and mind. This ability aids greatly in controlling body, balance, health, perseverance, compassion, and overall spirit.

Beyond the Barehand Form, beyond the Qigong, lies the elegant and effective Sword of Taijiquan! Learn to extend your Qi, enhance your art and refine your self. This comprehensive guide contains not only the complete Taiji Sword Form and Taiji Sword Qigong Set, but also seldom taught sword fighting applications and matching exercises. More than just a "how-to", this book also contains theory, history and a complete guide to fundamentals--all essential to building a deep, understanding of this art, long considered to be the highest achievement in Taijiquan, as well as the most popular of the Taiji weapons. Strengthen and relax your body. Calm and focus your mind. Improve your balance. Develop proper Taiji breathing. Learn the complete Sword Form and Taiji Sword Qigong. Over 400 photos with detailed instruction.

This book offers a fresh interpretation of Daoist philosophy, making its teachings accessible and relevant for readers of all ages. It explores how Daoist principles can be integrated into daily life, emphasizing harmony, balance, and mindfulness. Through engaging narratives and practical applications, it invites readers to reflect on their own experiences and find wisdom in the ancient teachings of the Dao.

Chi theory and practice for health and a deeper understanding of Tai Chi.

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.

Martial artists that reach a certain level of proficiency with their barehanded fighting forms, may choose to expand their knowledge to include weapons techniques. Over the past 5,000 years, the Chinese have developed a vast array of weapons, built for a multitude of purposes. These weapons and their derivitaves are found in all martial art styles, including Kung Fu, karate, Taekwondo, and Indonesian styles. You may ask What weapon should I choose? What are their original or main purposes? What is the history of these weapons? What weapon is right for my body type or strength? Ancient Chinese Weapons: A Martial Artists Guide is an easy reference guide designed to offer the answers. It is profusely illustrated, easy to navigate, and conveniently broken down into the four main classifications: Long Weapons, Short Weapons, Soft Weapons, and Projectile / Thrown Weapons. Contents include: Techniques and fighting strategy for many kinds of weapons The history and evolution of Chinese weapons Weapons classifications Over 130 illustrations Inside you will find ancient Chinese weapons of many types, from swords and spears, sharpened coins to flying claws! Even if you're not a martial artist, but have an interest in history and warfare, you'll find this guide an invaluable resource.

In the last seven centuries, many songs and poems have been composed about Taijiquan. These have played a major role in preserving the knowledge and wisdom of the masters, although in many cases, the identity of the authors and the dates of origin have been lost. As lifelong pursuit, Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming has translated many of these documents and according to him, believes many are incomplete for reasons relating to: forgotten oral secrets, the original authors personal understanding being too narrowly focused, and many documents that have gone missing could help unify Taijiquan theory. In response, his book "Tàijíquán theory of Dr. Yáng, Jwìng-Mĭng " is an attempt to join the various theories on Taijiquan in one complete text. This book is structured with treaties, songs, and poems, followed by the original Chinese text and interpretations of the passages. Contents include: Regulating the body, breath, mind, Qi & spirit; Analysis of Jin, pushing hands and sparring; Taijiquan's long range and short range fighting strategies; The relationship of Jin and Qi; The unification of the internal Qi and external physical manifestations of Qi. This second edition includes updated pīnyīn that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of Chinese words), and updated Chinese text character font (providing better readability).--Publisher

This book offers beginners a comprehensive introduction to tai chi, a step-by-step guide to learning the complete form and the fundamentals necessary for correct practice.

This book presents the foundation theoretical theory for the two most popular methods of meditation, Small Circulation and Grand Circulation.

Prix Bushido French Book Award WINNER - 1997. This insightful guide reveals the what, why, and how of qigong, helping readers determine if it’s the right choice for their health or martial arts journey. Understanding the effectiveness of qigong enables you to set realistic goals, while learning the proper practice techniques ensures efficient progress toward those goals. Qigong training enhances health, cures illnesses, and alleviates daily stress, drawing on thousands of years of Chinese tradition focused on Qi, or vital energy, within the body. This comprehensive approach is accessible to anyone seeking health and longevity. Dr. Yang offers valuable insights into sitting and standing meditation, massage techniques, and the Qi pathways throughout the body. He covers essential breathing methods, strategies for calming the mind, and ways to boost your Qi supply. Key concepts such as the Three Treasures and the regulation of body, breath, and mind are thoroughly explained. Regardless of your style, this resource provides essential tools for successful training in qigong, tai chi, or martial arts, making it a must-read for anyone interested in these practices.

Very user friendly guide with which you can pick your own level of commitment.

With a wealth of information for novice and advanced students, this book examines the fighting techniques of Tai Chi Chuan, including the martial applications for each movement of the form. The two-person fighting set, Tai Chi fighting tactics, and Tai Chi Pushing Hands training is also included. Unique among Tai Chi books, this volume reveals the martial essence of Tai Chi that most other books ignore. Clearly explained and illustrated, Tai Chi Chuan Martial Applications is a must for those who want to expand their knowledge and add depth and realism to their training.

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 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 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.

A presentation of the most effective way to gain health, longevity, and enlightenment.

Effective and practical martial art strategies.

The exploration of these hidden Chin Na techniques return to Taiji its lost martial essence.

Tai chi chuan is the most popular as well as least understood Chinese martial art currently practiced. However, Yang Jwing-Ming, one of the most notable tai chi teachers, attempts to clear some common misconceptions through effective explanations and technique photographs. For anyone with an interest in tai chi, this book is a must.

Xingyiquan, like Tai Chi, is one of the more popular styles of Chinese Martial Arts. This revised edition presents new translations and improved photographs and new layout.

Qigong exercises designed to improve your health in 10 to 20 minutes a day! This book offers beginners a smart way to learn qigong (chi kung), the ancient Chinese system of gentle breathing, stretching, and strengthening movements. You will use The Eight Pieces of Brocade, one of the most popular qigong healing exercise sets, to boost your immune system and improve your overall health and well-being. Choose the sitting set, the standing set, or both. Learn how to activate the qi energy and blood circulation in your body, helping to stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and give you abundant energy. No matter your age or your physical condition, the Eight Pieces of Brocade is a wonderful way to improve your health and well-being. Commonly known in China as the Ba Duan Jin, these exercises have been practiced for over 1,000 years!

This authoritative guide helps beginning students explore deeper levels of Taijiquan practice, and is usable by every Taijiquan style.

Traditional training methods from this well-known Chinese martial art.

In the Chinese language, chin na roughly translates into two words: "chin"-to seize, and "na"-to control. Thus, the major purpose of chin na is to quiet or stop an aggressive action without maiming or injuring to a serious extent. As a result, chin na relies on grasping, pressing and unnaturally twisting the sensitive parts of an opponent's body such as nerves, muscles, and joints.

Massage is one of the most common practices in Chinese medicine and Qigong training. This second edition presents additional Qigong massage techniques and updated training theory for the practical use of massage on a partner or on yourself.

Say good-bye to back pain! Learn gentle Qigong exercises and massage techniques to ease back pain, strengthen the torso, and prevent future back problems.

Chinese martial artist Bó-Wǔ, after dedicating himself to ten years of training on Éméi Mountain, returns to his village during a time of great unrest. On his journey home, he helps some foreign missionaries when they are thrown from their carriage in an accident. Despite his distrust of foreigners he strikes up a friendship with one of the young missionaries.Once at home, Bó-Wǔ sees an increasingly hazardous conflict building between Chinese farmers and the local Christian gangsters. Finally he can no longer tolerate the injustice; he joins the Yìhétuán (the Boxer Rebellion) to fight against foreign invaders. The Yìhétuán believe their Língfú (spiritual amulets) will make them invincible against guns and cannons. But their battle against the coalition army fails and the Yìhétuán is betrayed by the Qīng Court, which tries to have them eliminated.During this tragic time, Bó-Wǔ is gravely injured. He and his brother make a desperate run for their lives, hopingfor a miracle.

Focusing on healing and flexibility, this book introduces qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movements with breath control. It aims to restore natural, pain-free motion and balance, making it an effective method for preventing and treating back pain. The meditative nature of qigong promotes overall well-being and physical health, offering readers a holistic approach to managing discomfort and enhancing mobility.

Rooted in a rich tradition spanning five thousand years, Qigong Massage combines ancient healing practices with a well-established theoretical framework. This method emphasizes the integration of energy work and massage techniques to promote physical and emotional well-being, showcasing its enduring relevance in holistic health.

Centuries of closely guarded wisdom are now accessible, offering readers the opportunity to benefit from historical insights and knowledge that were previously hidden. This book unveils transformative ideas and practices that can enhance personal growth and understanding, making it a unique resource for anyone seeking to enrich their life with time-tested principles.

Explore the rich heritage of Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, revealing secrets that have been meticulously preserved through generations of masters. This book delves into the techniques, philosophies, and historical context of Tai Chi, offering insights that enhance both practice and understanding of this ancient martial art. Readers will gain a deeper appreciation for the discipline's depth and the wisdom of its lineage.

Delve into the secrets of Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan with Dr. Yang's insightful translations, revealing previously guarded wisdom for the first time. This exploration offers a unique opportunity to understand the profound meanings behind traditional practices, allowing readers to enhance their Tai Chi experience and deepen their knowledge of this ancient art form.

The Root of Chinese Qigong is a classic guide that delves into qigong principles and practices. This updated edition features improved readability and pronunciation aids. Dr. Yang clarifies ancient concepts for Western readers, covering meditation, qi massage, breathing techniques, and essential qigong theories to enhance practice and understanding.

If pain-free joints are the goal, qigong movements can help. Over fifty million Americans struggle with arthritis, often exacerbated by obesity and inactivity, leading to limited mobility and chronic pain. Many face long-term pain management, sometimes relying on prescription medication. However, there is hope for those with joint pain. By committing to simple exercises, we can maintain flexibility and prevent injuries. Motion is essential, and this guide will get you moving again. You can regain natural, pain-free motion through qigong, a Chinese art that promotes healing, flexibility, and balance. The gentle, meditative movements focus on proper motion synchronized with breath, making qigong ideal for preventing and treating arthritis. This resource presents 46 movements designed to help you loosen, stretch, strengthen, and maintain comfortable joints for a lifetime. You will discover the benefits of qigong for arthritis management, including gentle torso-loosening movements, hand massage techniques, and targeted exercises for various body parts, such as neck, spine, fingers, elbows, and knees. Many who suffer from joint pain turn to acupuncture, chiropractic treatments, or surgery, but a simple qigong practice empowers you to care for your own joints with less reliance on external help.

For over one thousand years, Bodhidharma's (Da Mo) timeless qigong classics have been considered the key to enlightenment and long-lasting youth. This third edition includes Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming, acclaimed for helping readers better understand qigong concepts, has translated and written commentaries for both the Yi Jin Jing (Muscle/Tendon Changing Classic) and the Xi Sui Jing (Marrow/Brain Washing Classic). Using ancient Buddhist and Taoist documents as its foundation, this book analyzes and discusses theory and training methods in a modern, scientific manner, and presents safe ways for you to begin your own practice. Contents include Whatever style of these classics you may practice, making sense of qigong theory and principles is the best way of achieving your goals sooner, more accurately, and deeper.

Qìgōng Small Circulation meditation has been known for centuries to not only promote health and longevity but also to open a path toward spiritual enlightenment. Small Circulation meditation is the practice of circulating energy within the human body through the two main pathways, the Conception, and the Governing vessels. This practice is considered a foundation of Internal Elixir Qìgōng and was a fundamental step of meditation training in ancient times.  Practicing Small Circulation meditation will help you to Building upon a foundation of Embryonic Breathing practice, Small Circulation is the second stage of meditation training for health, longevity, and spiritual enlightenment through meditation. The third step is to practice Qìgōng Grand Circulation. Dr. Yáng presents translation and analysis of many ancient Buddhist and Daoist documents and offers modern scientific explanations for learning and training safely. This double-edged approach will enable you to quickly achieve a high level of understanding. Qìgōng Small Circulation is organized into three parts   This second edition includes pinyin tonal marks for pronunciation, modern Chinese fonts, and illustration enhancements.

Obsáhlá a podrobná příručka pro pokročilé adepty.

Pokročilé formy čchi-kungu, které se po dlouhá staletí i v Číně předávaly pouze v úzkém okruhu zasvěcených a po částech se začaly zveřejňovat teprve v minulém století. Díky p. Yangovi se dostávají touto formou i k nám. Druhý ze tří svazků navazuje na teorii a principy z prvního dílu a pokračuje praktickou částí čchi-kungu I-tin-ťing, dále pak odhaluje principy a tréninkové koncepty čchi-kungu Si-suej ťing.

Tato kniha představuje zásadní publikaci nejen k problematice čínských bojových umění, ale též pochopení a praktické aplikace čínské tradiční medicíny. Na tuto knihu, rozebírající do hloubky teorii a principy qigongu/čchi-kungu, navazuje celá série 13 instruktážních knih o specifickýchsouborech cvičení qigongu, které vyšly v češtině: Čchi-kung pro zdraví a bojová umění (CAD Press 1995) Osm kusů brokátu / Waj-tan čchi-kung (CAD Press 1995) Základy tchaj-ťi čchi-kung / Tai-chi chi-kung (CAD Press 1995) Tajemství mládí - Čchi-kung měnící svaly/šlachy a očišťující morek/mozek. I-ťin-ťing a Si-suej-ťing. I-III (CAD Press 1996) Jangův styl tchaj-ťi čchüan I-II (CAD Press 1999) Pokročilý Jangův styl tchaj-ťi-čchüanu / Teorie a bojová síla tchaj-ťi I-II (CAD Press 2001) Bojové aplikace tchaj-ťi-čchüanu I-III (CAD Press 2004)

Tato kniha představuje zásadní publikaci nejen k problematice čínských bojových umění, ale též pochopení a praktické aplikace čínské tradiční medicíny. Na tuto knihu, rozebírající do hloubky teorii a principy qigongu/čchi-kungu, navazuje celá série 13 instruktážních knih o specifických souborech cvičení qigongu, které vyšly v češtině: Čchi-kung pro zdraví a bojová umění (CAD Press 1995) Osm kusů brokátu / Waj-tan čchi-kung (CAD Press 1995) Základy tchaj-ťi čchi-kung / Tai-chi chi-kung (CAD Press 1995) Tajemství mládí - Čchi-kung měnící svaly/šlachy a očišťující morek/mozek. I-ťin-ťing a Si-suej-ťing. I-III (CAD Press 1996) Jangův styl tchaj-ťi čchüan I-II (CAD Press 1999) Pokročilý Jangův styl tchaj-ťi-čchüanu / Teorie a bojová síla tchaj-ťi I-II (CAD Press 2001) Bojové aplikace tchaj-ťi-čchüanu I-III (CAD Press 2004)

Kniha obsahuje především sérii speciálních cvičení čchi-kung, jimiž obvykle začíná trénink tchaj-ťi čchüan (jimiž lze jednoduše upravovat náš zdravotní stav bez ohledu na to, zda se zabýváme bojovým uměním nebo ne. Do hloubky je zde rozebráno pozadí a historie i technické aspekty čínského ČCHI-KUNG, TCHAJ-ŤI ČCHUAN a TCHAJ-ŤI ČCHI-KUNG. Všechny cviky a pozice jsou ilustrovány 220 fotografiemi a náčrtky!

Starověké čínské zbraně / Průvodce historií válečných nástrojů a tradičních zbraní čínských bojových umění je obsáhlá a podrobná příručka jak pro adepty praktikující tchaj-ťi (taiji / tai chi) a tchaj-ťi čchüan (taijiquan / tai chi chuan), tak pro vážné zájemce o čínskou historii a bojová umění, resp. o dějiny a techniky válečných umění všeobecně. Pojednává o zbraních používaných čínskými válečníky v bitvách během posledních 3 000 let (od dynastie Šang po dynastii Čching), stejně jako o zbraních vytvořených k individuální sebeobraně, resp. v rámci rozličných škol kung-fu. Publikace obsahuje okolo 350 vyobrazení zbraní – pérovek a reprodukcí. Autor, jenž je presidentem Jangovy akademie bojových umění (YMAA) v Bostonu, čerpá převážně z historických čínských spisů a klasických příruček, které nebyly nikdy přeloženy do evropských jazyků! Přeloženo z anglického originálu Ancient Chinese Weapons – A Martial Artist´ s Guide (Yang´s Martial Arts Association / YMAA), Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, 1999) Edice BUDO, cca 200 stran / okolo 350 ilustrací

Všeobecný nástin principů čchi-kung a jeho historie. Autor podrobně popisuje jednotlivé techniky čchi-kungu a jeho aplikace v bojových uměních dokumentuje pomocí 250 vlastních fotografií a náčrtků (waj-tan, nej-tan, meditační techniky). V mnohých případech čerpá ze starověkých čínskýchspisů, které dosud v evropských jazycích nevyšly.

Pokročilé formy čchi-kungu, které se po dlouhá staletí i v Číně předávaly pouze v úzkém okruhu zasvěcených a po částech se začaly zveřejňovat teprve v minulém století. Díky p. Yangovi se dostávají touto formou i k nám. První ze tří svazků je rozdělen na dvě části. První se zabývá úvodem a historickými souvislostmi vzniku těchto dvou forem čchi-kungu a jejich propojením s čínským buddhismem a taoismem. Druhá část se věnujee teorii a principům čchi-kungu měnícího svaly/šlachy.

Kniha obsahuje klasický soubor cvičení waj-tan čchi-kung pro zlepšení a udržení zdraví.

Kniha obsahuje Spis o proměně svalů a šlach a Spis o očistě mozku a kostní dřeně, základní spisy umění čchi-kung sepsané Bódhidharmou (prvním patriarchou čchanu/zenu a zakladatelem tradice Šao-lin), používané již více než tisíc let adepty kung-fu.

Druhý díl podrobné příručky pro pokročilé adepty populárního čínského systému tělesného cvičení tchai-ťi-čchüan.

Podrobná příručka pro pokročilé adepty, obsahující teorii tchaj-ťi (tai chi) a tchaj-ťi ťing (tai chi jing) a jejich aplikaci v bojových uměních (doplněno stovkami fotografií, náčrtků a čínských textů). OBSAH: PŘETLAČOVÁNÍ RUKAMA TCHAJ-ŤI: Zvuky Chen a Cha Trénink tchaj-ťi s koulí Trénink Přetlačování rukama Koncepty cvičení Přetlačování rukama Základní trénink Přetlačování rukama: 1. Naslouchání, Chápání, Stažení, Neutralizování a Vedení 2. Cvičení kontrolování (na) 3. Trénink ručního vinutí a přilepování 4. Trénink ťingové rovnováhy: Trénink Přetlačování rukama: 1. Jednoduché Přetlačování rukama 2. Dvojité přetlačování rukama 3. Odvrácení 4. Odvalení vzad 5. Tlačení 6. Strčení 7. Škubnutí a Roztrhnutí 8. Úder loktem a ramenem 9. Trénink navíjení hedvábného vlákna Bojové aplikace Přetlačování rukama: A. Povalení protivníka B. Kontrola čchin-na C. Zásah dutiny:

Dr. Yang následuje kroky zakladatele Jangova stylu. Podrobná příručka pro pokročilé adepty, obsahující teorii tchaj-ťi (tai chi) a tchaj-ťi ťing (tai chi jing) a jejich aplikaci v bojových uměních (doplněno stovkami fotografií, náčrtků a čínských ...

Závěrečný díl se zabývá analýzou bojového souboru tai chi. Ke každé technice rozebírá další možnosti následných pohybů a očekávaných akcí soupeře. Závěr knihy patří rejstříku technik tai chi cvičebních souborů a vysvětlivkám čínských pojmů.

Po krátkém všeobecném úvodu o historii taichi a Jangova stylu následuje kapitola o principech taichi, významu meditace a dýchání, různých prvcích cvičení a o jeho bojovém použití. Ve třetí nejpodstatnější části seznamuje se základními cviky na místě i v pohybu. Zbylých cca 150 stran popisuje cvičení Jangovy sestavy taichi. Popis a vysvětlivky doprovází cca 400 fotografií.

Pokračování I. svazku se zabývá stylem tchuej-šou, tedy přetlačování holýma rukama. Následuje taichi sestava holých rukou, tentokrát na fotografiích doplněna i aplikacemi. Čtvrtou část tvoří Jangova sestava taichi s mečem a bojové formy taichi s úzkým mečem. Ve dvou dodatcích ke knize jsou rozepsány jednotlivé formy pro sestavu holých rukou i sestavu s mečem.