Tai Chi calms the mind, improves coordination, and releases positive energy. Improve your overall health by embracing the movements, culture, and philosophy of this ancient practice. Learn the basic Tai Chi movements before trying out different programs. From the classic Tai Chi routine, the Form, to Chi Kung, each movement is clearly explained in easy-to-follow instruction and step-by- step color photography It is true that trying to define Tai Chi can never be totally accurateâ??as the Taoists have said for many years, the essence of a thing is un-nameable, and it is easier to describe what a thing is not, rather than what it is. Despite this ever-changing understanding of Tai Chi, this book is an extremely useful exercise and reference point.

Max Sculley's definitive critique of Yoga, Tai Chi and Reiki comes with a timely warning that despite these practices' surface appeal for helping fitness, relaxation and health, they are closely linked to underlying Eastern philosophies that are incompatible with Christianity. Vatican documents, including one authored by the present Pope when he was Cardinal Ratzinger, have highlighted the spiritual dangers associated with methods of meditation associated with Eastern religions. Despite these warnings Yoga, Tai Chi and Reiki continue to be promoted in parishes, schools and religious orders. Max Sculley's detailed and well documented analysis of Yoga, Tai Chi and Reika includes gripping personal stories that bring home the dark side of these practices. This book needs to be widely circulated among teachers, clergy and religious.

A practical introduction to Tai Chi techniques for physical and spiritual well-being. Tai Chi calms the mind, improves coordination, and releases positive energy. Learn the basic Tai Chi movements before trying out different programs. From the classic Tai Chi routine, the Form, to Chi Gung, each movement is clearly explained in easy-to-follow instructions and step-by-step color photography. Practical tips enable you to tailor the course to your needs, experience, time, and abilities.

Today people around the world are discovering the benefits of Tai-chi, an ancient Chinese system of exercise based on calm, graceful movements that condition the body from the inside out. With benefits like reduced stress and anxiety, plus improved flexibility and concentration, Tai-chi has become the ultimate form of exercise for relaxing and strengthening both body and spirit. Master Huang's Complete Tai-chi is the definitive introduction to the Condensed Form of Wu-style Tai-chi, a form that has gained enormous popularity as a healing exercise because it stresses the development of internal energy for self-healing. The 36 postures of this style are beautiful in their simplicity and completely safe, regardless of one's age or physical condition. Included in this book are a detailed guide to the 36 postures (with more than 250 illustrative photographs), a historical overview of Tai-chi, and translations of classic works by Tai-chi masters. The demands of Tai-chi are small, but the rewards are great. A few minutes each day and a bit of open space are all one needs to find a new path to youthfulness and longevity, and at the same time reach the peak of physical and emotional well-being.

The definitive guide to energy cultivation exercise. Includes expert tips on how to practise Qigong for health, spiritual development and martial prowess. This is the ultimate guide to practicing Qigong and finding a mental and physical balance in life, encouraging readers of all levels to make Qigong a part of their everyday routine. The ancient art of Qigong, the 'seed of martial arts', not only allows you to maintain your health but also heals the bodies and calms the minds of those who practice it. Beautifully presented and fully illustrated with 300 postures from the main schools of Qigong, illustrated in step-by-step sequence, The Qigong Bible includes expert tips on how to practice Qigong for health, spiritual development and martial prowess. This is the definitive guide to energy cultivation exercise.

The Chinese Medicine Bible explores the key principles of Chinese alternative therapies, explaining the importance of balancing yin and yang and the nuances of the five element theory, before delving deeper to explain the causes of disease, the diagnostic tools needed such as tongue and pulse analysis, and the methods employed to treat common ailments. The book also contains a detailed directory of Chinese herbal medicine, including a materia medica of 50 essential healing herbs, and outlines the principles of acupuncture and moxabustion. Along with fully illustrated step-by-step guides to self-help techniques you can try at home including acupressure, tai chi and Qigong, The Chinese Medicine Bible shows you how to easily maintain your health and vitality using these natural, time-tested techniques.