The Way of Energy: A Gaia OriginalFor centuries, the Chinese exercise system called Chi Kung has been shrouded in secrecy. The Way of Energy is the first comprehensive guide to the most powerful form of Chi Kung ever developed—“standing like a tree”. A gentle, yet profoundly beneficial form of exercise, which requires very little movement, this form of Chi Kung unlocks deep reserves of energy builds internal stamina, strengthens immunity, relieves chronic illness, and promotes the natural regeneration of the nervous system. Using step-by-step instructions and more than 100 drawings and full-color photographs, The Way of Energy tells how to: -perform the entire sequence of rejuvenating positions -combat stress by practicing Chi Kung while standing, sitting, working, playing, and even sleeping -prevent and treat a wide range of common ailments Continuing our best-selling series of books for mind and body which includes The Sivananda Companion to Yoga, The Dance Workshop, and The Book of Stress Survival, The Way of Energy will help you achieve physical fitness, mental clarity, and a profound inner strength and vitality. |
Contents
Foreword | 8 |
Introduction | 11 |
Part One | 23 |
Learning to Stand | 25 |
Breathing and Relaxing | 41 |
Internal Movement | 51 |
Part Two | 61 |
Preparing for Energy | 63 |
Roots and Branches | 103 |
Going Beyond | 123 |
Part Four | 139 |
Energy in Daily Life | 141 |
The Life Cycle | 159 |
Taking Care of Yourself | 173 |
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The Way of Energy: Mastering the Art of Internal Strength with Chi Kung Exercise Kam Chuen Lam No preview available - 1991 |
Common terms and phrases
Advanced level Ba Duan Jin Balloon in Front beach ball begin Beijing benefit breathing calm Chapter chest Chinese circulation develop digestion downward Duan Jin exercise earth effect elbows exhale face feel feet fifth position fingers flow of energy forearms gently head hips Holding the Balloon Holding your Belly imaginary balloon Imagine increased internal organs invisible balloon Keep knees Kung martial arts Master Lam mental mind move movement muscles neck nervous system pain palms posture practise Zhan Zhuang Professor Yu Yong relax rest second position sensations shaking shoulders side sink sitting slightly slowly stage standing exercises stretch Tai Chi Chuan tense tension thighs third position Tien toes torso traditional Chinese medicine tree upper body upward vital Wang Xiang Zhai wrists Wu Chi position Yu Yong Nian Zhan Zhuang exercise Zhan Zhuang positions Zhan Zhuang practice Zhan Zhuang system Zhan Zhuang training