This book is a comprehensive study guide to the fundamental and intermediate levels of Shaolin long fist kung-fu. In terms of showing and preserving knowledge for the students and instructors of long fist, this volume provides an invaluable aid for teaching sequences and explaining other aspects of the style. This book lays a foundation for beginning and advanced stages of long fist in terms of giving the student of kung-fu a grounding in fundamental and intermediate knowledge and skill.

Shaolin Long Fist Kung Fu = [Shao Lin ChìAng Chì Uan]

Sports & Outdoors

Jwing, Ming Yang

Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming

Jeffery A. Bolt

Individual Sports

Action Pursuit Group

Traditional training methods from this well-known Chinese martial art.

Hsing Yi Chuan: Theory and Applications (Chinese Internal Martial Art)

Shou-Yu, Liang

Alan Dougall

YMAA Publication Center

Shaolin Chin Na

Qigong for Arthritis

Health, Fitness & Dieting

Exercise & Fitness

Chin Na is the art of seizing and controlling, and is an element of all Chinese martial arts including Taijiquan.
Today, most people practice Taijiquan to maintain health or cure sickness. For the last fifty years the martial aspects of Taijiquan have been ignored, and the art is now incomplete. Most practitioners no longer understand the martial applications of Taijiquan, or even that it is a martial art. For example, the concept and training methods of Taiji Jin (or Taiji martial power), and how to apply internal Qi in the martial arts have become an unfamiliar subject in Taiji societies today. As a result, actual martial applications of Jin and Qi, such as Chin Na or Cavity Strikes, are currently not popularly known or studied.
To preserve Taiji's martial aspect, this book presents 85 Taiji Chin Na (Qin Na), the art of controlling an opponent through joint locks and cavity strikes.
Taiji Chin Na is one of the four main martial training categories of Taijiquan (the other three categories are striking, kicking, and wrestling / downing the opponent). Of all these four, Chin Na is the most effective, practical, powerful, and easiest to learn. Once you have mastered Taiji Chin Na, you will be able to apply the theory and techniques to any other martial style you practice. If you are a Taiji beginner, Taiji Chin Na could offer you a key to enter the door of martial Taiji.
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<li>Chin Na is effective, powerful and easy to learn.</li>
<li>Includes Chin Na techniques from the Taiji forms and Taiji Pushing Hands.</li>
<li>The theory and techniques can be applied to any Taiji style.</li>
<li>This book contains detailed instructions and over 500 photos and drawings so you can teach yourself.</li>
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Taiji Chin Na: The Seizing Art of Taijiquan (Chinese Internal Martial Arts)

Small Circulation, or the Microcosmic Orbit, is the practice of circulating energy, within the human body, Qi, through the two main pathways, or "vessels" of the body. This practice is considered to be the foundation of Internal Elixir Qigong, and was a fundamental step on the path of meditation training in ancient times. Over the centuries, this practice has slowly been lost from many meditation traditions, and its importance has been forgotten.
 Small Circulation regulates the Qi circulating in the Twelve Primary Qi channels, making it abundant throughout the entire body, which has been known for centuries for promoting health and longevity. This is also the foundation of Muscle/Tendon Changing Qigong (Yi Jin), which deeply conditions and strengthens the body. It is advised that you begin your meditation training by practicing Embryonic Breathing, which will help you to establish your central energy system, and to conserve and store this energy to abundant levels. Building on this foundation, Small Circulation is the next required stage of meditation training. Ultimately, one then practices Grand Circulation Meditation, which circulates Qi everywhere in the body and exchanges it with partners and the surrounding environment. Its purpose is to open the third eye and reunite the human spirit with the spirit of nature.
 This book contains translation and analysis of many ancient documents used to transmit Small Circulation and Internal Elixir cultivation to future generations, and offers modern scientific explanation for learning and training safely. Though meditation is popular today for relaxation and general health, the ultimate goal of this training, in both Daoism (Taoism) and Buddhism, is spiritual enlightenment.
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 <li>Small Circulation Meditation builds the body from weak to strong and trains the mind to be calm and focused.</li>
 <li>Dr. Yang presents a modern method for learning safely.</li>
 <li>Includes scientific analysis, translation and commentary of ancient documents, and a summary of the practice methods.</li>
 
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Qigong Meditation: Small Circulation (Qigong Foundation)

Tai Chi Theory &amp; Martial Power is the next level in Tai Chi Chuan training. This book is written especially for those who have learned the form, begun Pushing Hands, and now want to develop and refine their Tai Chi skills. 
Tai Chi Theory &amp; Martial Power focuses on the martial essence of Tai Chi Chuan, an aspect many other books ignore. This book explores in depth the subject of Jing (internal martial power), general Tai Chi theory, and the application of Chi in the Tai Chi form. Because Jing training is essential to martial Tai Chi, this work is a valuable reference that no serious practitioner should be without. 
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<li>A comprehensive training plan for Jing (power) development.</li>
<li>Understand the difference between true Jing (internal power) and Li (muscular power).</li>
<li>Learn how to accumulate Chi and Jing in the Tai Chi postures.</li>
<li>Discover the essential role your mind plays in Tai Chi and Jing practice.</li>
<li>Includes a special selection of Tai Chi poems (the place the ancient masters hid their theory), translated and with commentary by Dr. Yang.</li>
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Tai Chi Theory and Martial Power: Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi Chaun (Martial Arts-Internal)

With a wealth of information for novice and advanced students, this book examines the fighting techniques of Tai Chi Chuan, including the martial applications for each movement of the form. The two-person fighting set, Tai Chi fighting tactics, and Tai Chi Pushing Hands training is also included. 
Unique among Tai Chi books, this volume reveals the martial essence of Tai Chi that most other books ignore. Clearly explained and illustrated, Tai Chi Chuan Martial Applications is a must for those who want to expand their knowledge and add depth and realism to their training. 
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<li>Discover Chin Na, cavity strikes and takedowns hidden in the Tai Chi form.</li>
<li>Improve your Pushing Hands with martial applications.</li>
<li>Learn the unique Tai Chi Ball practice for Jing training.</li>
<li>Sharpen your Tai Chi and self defense skills.</li>
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Tai Chi Chuan Martial Applications: Advanced Yang Style Tai Chi Chaun (Martial Arts-Internal)

YMAA

The Root of Chinese Qigong: Secrets for Health, Longevity, and Enlightenment is the absolutely best book for revealing the what, the why, and the how of qigong.
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 <li>When you know what qigong is, this will help you make the right decision; "is qigong going to be a good choice for me?"</li>
 <li>When you know why qigong is so effective, this will help you set realistic goals for your use of qigong in your health or martial arts training.</li>
 <li>When you know how qigong should be practiced, this will absolutely help you to attain your health or martial arts goals in an efficient and timely manner. </li>
 
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 We strongly recommend this book for everyone who wants to study qigong, tai chi, or marital arts.
 Qigong training can improve your health, cure illness, and help you overcome the stress of daily living. Qigong is the study of Qi, or vital energy, that circulates in the human body, and it has been practiced by the Chinese for thousands of years. Qigong is a unique and comprehensive approach to health and longevity, and can be trained by anyone. Get the most from your practice by understanding the principles and foundation of this ancient science.
 Dr. Yang teaches sitting and standing meditation, demonstrates massage techniques, and explores the Qi pathways in your body. He explains correct breathing methods, shares secrets for quieting the mind, and discusses how to increase your body's Qi supply. In addition, he also explains important concepts such as the Three Treasures and regulating the body, breath, and mind. Whatever style you practice, you'll find the keys to successful training in the Root of Chinese Qigong.
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 <li>Improve your health with Qi (vital energy) training.</li>
 <li>Relieve stress with simple breathing techniques.</li>
 <li>Learn the secrets that will advance your practice.</li>
 <li>Discover the foundations of Chinese medicine.</li>
 <li>Eliminate tension with soothing relaxation exercises.</li>
 <li>Includes more than sixty detailed photos and illustrations.</li>
 
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The Root of Chinese Qigong 2nd. Ed.: Secrets of Health, Longevity, & Enlightenment (Qigong Foundation)

Improve your health, increase your energy, and speed your recovery from illness with the Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin), one of the most popular sets of ancient Chinese healing exercises. These gentle stretching and strengthening movements activate the Qi (vital energy) in your body, helping to stimulate your immune system, strengthen your internal organs, and get you moving!
This effective daily fitness plan takes as little as twenty minutes to practice, requires little space, and can be done indoors or out. With both a sitting and standing set, anyone can do these exercises. If you've never tried a fitness program before, or want an alternative to aerobics and jogging, Eight Simple Qigong Exercises for Health is for you.
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<li>Qigong builds a foundation of good health.</li>
<li>Qigong can take as little as twenty minutes a day.</li>
<li>The exercises are easy to learn.</li>
<li>Includes over sixty-five instructional photographs and illustrations.</li>
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Eight Simple Qigong Exercises for Health: The Eight Pieces of Brocade

Yang, Jwing-Ming

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