{"product_id":"the-theory-and-practice-of-taiji-qigong-9781718231009","title":"The Theory and Practice of Taiji Qigong","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eTaiji Qigong is a gentle,easy-to-learn system of energy-enhancing exercises that coordinate movement with mindful breathing and inner awareness,which,when practiced regularly,will give you more energy,improve health,and help prevent illness. This book provides a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of Qi and Qigong, discusses the general principles of Qigong practice, examines the 18 movements of Taiji Qigong with step-by-step illustrated instructions, and offers additional technique tips and insights into how movement flow can be enhanced through the power of the mind. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 224 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 January 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Human Kinetics Publishers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaiji Qigong is a gentle, easy-to-learn system of energy-enhancing exercises that coordinate movement with mindful breathing and inner awareness. When practiced regularly, it can give you more energy, improve health, and help prevent illness. This book is designed for all levels and depths of practice, regardless of whether you are completely new to the subject or looking to enrich your current understanding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart I provides a thorough grounding in the theory and practice of Qi and Qigong. It discusses the general principles of Qigong practice, clarifying common questions about how to practice (15 minutes a day is a good starting point; 30 minutes will provide a marked increase in vitality and serenity), how to achieve an optimum stance, and what breathing techniques should be used (natural breathing, abdominal breathing, and reverse abdominal breathing).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart III examines the 18 movements of Taiji Qigong with step-by-step illustrated instructions, detailed information on the benefits of each stance, additional technique tips, and insights into how movement flow can be enhanced through the power of the mind. At the back of the book is a handy reference chart for quick practice reminders. You can practice the full 18 movements or simply pick and choose the ones you like best!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 295g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781718231009\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEdition number\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fourth Edition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chris Jarmey","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":45290318921978,"sku":"9781718231009","price":15.22,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1706898217065_book.jpg?v=1707033525","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-theory-and-practice-of-taiji-qigong-9781718231009","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}