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From the Taoist point of view, good health depends upon the free flow of chi - healthy life-force energy - throughout the body. Taoists refer to healthy chi as good wind. When energy is trapped in the body it stagnates and becomes negative, manifesting in the symptoms of physical or emotional illness. Taoists call this negative energy sick or evil wind.

Healthy tendons are the foundation of true strength in the body. Strong and supple tendons and open joints allow more space to store raw energy, which can then be transformed into higher creative and spiritual energy. The eight postures of Tendon Nei Kung are specifically designed to open the joints and fortify and grow all the tendons in the body, strengthening them as a unit.

Shaolin Temple qi gong is founded on spiritual principles established by Bodhidharma in the 6th century C.E.

Fa Jin, an advanced yang style of Tai Chi, enables the practitioner to harness energy in the lower tan tien and discharge it as an explosively powerful blow.

· Details the 8 core forms of Wu-Style Tai Chi with fully illustrated instructions · Ideal for older practitioners as well as those with health disabilities due to the “small frame” primary stance, slower and smaller movements and conservation of energy · Explains how Wu Style provides a natural introduction to martial arts boxing · Reveals how Wu Style eases ...

Pi gu is an ancient Taoist method of fasting for spiritual and healing purposes. Unlike traditional fasting, you do not need to stop eating when practicing pi gu. Used by ancient Taoist masters during their months or years of solitary retreat in pursuit of enlightenment, the practice centres on a simple diet of fruits, teas, nuts and eggs paired with special chewing techniques and chi kung ...