Liang Shou-Yu, Yang Jwing-Ming & Wu Wen-Ching
Emei, which incorporates both Daoist and Buddhist practices, is one of the least known martial arts in the West. This book, for beginners and advanced students, explains the philosophy, theory, and practice of baguazhang- a style of emei that emphasises circular movement, a potent mix of offensive and defensive strategies, and facility at all three fighting ranges (short, middle and long). The uniqueness of this form will become apparent to readers when they come across the Eight Palms Fighting Set, the Swimming Body Sequence, or the techniques of the special Deer Hook Sword.
384pp, 10x7, illus. ... Paperback
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John P Milton
This DVD programme contains exercises for cleansing and renewing our major organs. On Cleanse & Build Inner Qi, qi gong master John P. Milton teaches you how to use that energy to purify and renew your physical body down to a cellular level. As he guides you with precision and clarity through each time-tested technique, you will experience the pure, revitalizing power of qi suffusing all major organ systems.
DVD + Reference Cards
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Calasanz & Cathy Spellman
Martial arts legend Calasanz demonstrates his basic exercises combining traditional karate, kung fu and kickboxing techniques with ballet, aerobics, and isometrics. His unique system has the capacity to help you develop an agile, strong and elegant body, while training your mind and spirit to excel. The exercises stress flexibility and body conditioning, clearly explained in hundreds of sequentially linked photographs. Lay-flat binding for easy learning.
120pp, 9½x8, illus. ... Hardback
Paul Dong & Thomas Raffill
Ling Kong Jing, the "Empty Force," is the highest martial arts skill in China. This extraordinary technique harnesses the power of chi, the body's vital energy, enabling masters of the art to defend themselves against opponents without making physical contact. The book takes readers step by step from theory to the actual practice used to generate Empty Force, and shows how to use its remarkable power for healing as well as self-defense.
192pp, 9x6.25, illus. ... ISBN 1583941347 ... Paperback
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Marc Tedeschi
This volume seeks to familiarize healing practitioners and martial artists with basic concepts of the human body, as defined by both Western and Eastern medical traditions. Overviews of philosophical and conceptual underpinning are followed by detailed charts and diagrams of the body's internal systems, as seen by both traditions. Applications are introduced as well, including 20 essential self-massage and revival techniques, and a detailed analysis of the principles of pressure-point fighting as practised in traditional Asian martial arts. There is a comprehensive list of Oriental pressure points and meridians in English, Chinese, Japanese and Korean, cross-referenced to nerves, blood vessels and other anatomical landmarks.
144pp, 10x7, illus. ... Paperback
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Mantak Chia
Long before the advent of firearms, Iron Shirt Chi Kung, a form of Kung Fu, built powerful bodies able to withstand hand-to-hand combat. Even then, however, martial use was only one aspect of Iron Shirt Chi Kung, and today its other aspects remain vitally significant for anyone seeking better health, a sound mind, and spiritual growth.
In Iron Shirt Chi Kung Master Mantak Chia introduces this ancient practice that strengthens the internal organs, establishes roots to the earth’s energy, and unifies physical, mental, and spiritual health. Through a unique system of breathing exercises, he demonstrates how to permanently pack concentrated air into the connective tissues (the fasciae) surrounding vital organs, making them nearly impervious to injuries--a great benefit to athletes and other performers. He shows readers how once they root themselves in the earth they can direct its gravitational and healing power throughout their bone structure. Additionally, Master Chia presents postural forms, muscle-tendon meridians, and guidelines for developing a daily practice routine. After becoming rooted and responsive, practitioners of Iron Shirt Chi Kung can then focus on higher spiritual work.
288pp, 9x6, illus. ... ISBN 1594771049 ... Paperback
B K Frantzis
This essential book teaches: the specific similarities and differences between the internal (ba gua, tai chi and hsing-I) and external martial arts; the nature and use of speed in martial arts; how the internal arts can help reduce stress, heal disease and balance the emotions; how the all-important internal chi power is created, grown and used in the body; and what practices you can do to realistically develop your own chi energy. “B K Frantzis has a depth and breadth of knowledge of the ‘nei jia’ (internal arts) that few Westerners possess. This volume contains information of great value for the scholar, the fighter, the meditator, the student of energy, and martial artists of all styles” - Don Ethan Miller, USA Tai Chi Push Hands champion. “B K Frantzis is one of the few Westerners to comprehend the Taoist internal martial art system. For those seeking to understand energy principles in their own art, Frantzis has now opened The Way” - Robert Nadeau, Aikido Sixth Degree Black Belt.
368pp, 9x7.25 ... Paperback
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Yang Jwing-Ming
Increase your strength, improve your health, and develop explosive martial power with Qigong - the cultivation of your body’s internal energy. Renowned Qigong and martial arts master Yang, Jwing-Ming explains how and why Qigong can improve your martial training. He presents ten complete sets of proven Qigong exercises for martial artists and health seekers. You’ll gain muscular strength and vitality, increase your fighting power, and learn meditation training for improved concentration and longevity. This book also includes healing Qigong exercises and soothing massage techniques to help you recover more quickly from injuries. In addition, Dr. Yang discusses Qigong and health. He also charts the major cavities used in the martial arts.
192pp, 9.5x7.25, illus. ... Paperback
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Patriarch De Chan
Translated from a manuscript copied by a student of the Abbot of Shaolin Monastery, this text comprises part of the monastic lineage of "fall & strike" medicine. It presents hundreds of treatments for a wide variety of external and martial arts injuries as well as preventive training formulas. This second edition includes a full symptom index, easier to use formula descriptions, and Pinyin as well as Latin herbal descriptions. Now with a full symptom index, this revised edition presents hundreds of treatments for a wide variety of martial arts injuries as well as preventative training formulas.
176pp, 9x6 ... Paperback
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Ross Heaven
Regarded with awe as masters of invisibility and “warriors of the shadow-self,” the Ninja's legendary skills include the ability to command the elements and transform themselves into Fire, Water, Air, Earth, and Void - the nothingness from which all things stem. In this book Ross Heaven reveals the training exercises and mental discipline used by the Ninja to develop these extraordinary physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual skills. Central to Ninja philosophy is the understanding that there is no higher power than the actualized human being. The Ninja believe there are four gates to freedom, and to pass through them we must overcome four initiatory ordeals. Succeeding at these enables us to combat fear, find true power, clarify our vision, and overcome the soul fatigue that is at the root of our personal and social problems in order to embrace our positive energies and realize our talents. Ross Heaven guides us through these four gateways with exercises and initiations that utilize the energy of the lover, seeker, magus, soul warrior, and mystic as well as dealing with their shadow manifestations that may be causing problems in our lives. We learn how to break the destructive habits of the past and create a bushido, a personal code to live by. Without initiation, we cannot access and channel our energies; they remain uncontrolled or even work against us. Ross Heaven provides the key that allows us to turn these elemental forces into allies.
224pp, 9x6 ... ISBN 1594771073 ... Paperback
Yang Jwing-Ming & Liang Shu-Yu
Xingyiquan (also spelled as Hsing Yi Chuan) is one of the most popular internal martial arts today. This book provides insights that students can use to deepen their understanding and practice of Xingyiquan. The authors demonstrate a variety of Xingyi forms and their martial applications, making this a valuable text for serious martial artists.
280pp, 9.25x7.25, illus. ... Paperback
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Vince Morris
Karate sensei Morris discusses how to create harmony between mind and boyd, and the importance of utilizing the mind to improve the technical side of martial arts. Describes various types of meditation and how to combine them with physical expercise.
94pp, 8.25x5.5, illus. ... ISBN 0877287562 ... Paperback
