Daoist Qi Gong in Ten Exercises, Paperback/Franklin Fick

Description Daoist Qi Gong emphasizes a harmony between movement and stillness. The 10 Exercises of this Set are relatively easy to learn yet give a tremendous benefit to the body.A main feature of this Qi Gong set is the Meditation Stance. This posture which is a variation of Wuji Zhan Zhuang (Standing Meditation) is very effective for cultivating the body's energy or Qi. Each exercise starts from this stance and returns to it.Practicing these exercises help to keep the body's energy flowing freely, keep the joints strong and flexible, strengthen the legs and waist, and benefit all the internal organs. This Qi Gong set also helps to regain and maintain the flexibility and mobility of the spine. About the Author Franklin has studied with many teachers over the years learning Traditional Chinese Kung Fu, Qi Gong, and Healing Arts. Franklin has a Masters Degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been teaching martial arts and energy practices since 1993. In 2005 Franklin founded Shen Long Publishing with the mission to promote, research, and preserve Traditional Chinese Martial Arts, Qi Gong, Healing, and Taoism. "In addition to the obvious benefits of traditional training such as self preservation, self defense, and health maintenance it is my belief that these ancient practices are still very much relevant in today's modern society as a means getting in touch with and staying in touch with the inner workings of the body, as a means of exploring the relationship and interaction of the mind and body, and as a way to explore and understand the natural world and our place in it."