Qigong illustrated

Author(s)

• Barea, Christina J.

Bibliographic Information

Qigong illustrated

Christina J. Barea

Human Kinetics, c2011

Other Title

Qi gong illustrated

Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. 143)

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Strengthen your body. Strengthen your mind. Each year, millions of people worldwide discover qigong and the incredible healing power of qi. Now, with Qigong Illustrated, you can too. Qigong Illustrated is a step-by-step guide complete with detailed instructions and full-color photo sequences of the most effective movements, exercises, and traditional routines, including Daoist Five, Eight Silk Brocade, and Turning and Winding the Belt Vessel. Centered on the three essential components of qigong (body, mind, and breath), Qigong Illustrated's straightforward, highly visual approach is the quickest and most effective way to experience the physical and mental benefits of each routine, such as improving your posture, strengthening your body, and reducing tension. You will also learn to put together an effective qigong flow and combine routines to address your health and fitness needs. Whether you are completely new to qigong or have practiced for years, Qigong Illustrated will accompany you step by step on the path to better health and self-awareness. This is the exercise guide that you will turn to time and time again.

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Details

• NCID: BB06685616
• ISBN:
  • 9780736089814
• LCCN: 2010028589
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Champaign, Ill.
• Pages/Volumes: xv, 145 p.
• Size: 26 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : RA781.8
  • DC22 : 613.7/1489
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Qi gong
  • LCSH : Qi gong -- Pictorial works