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A Complete Guide to Chi-Gung

The Principles and Practice of the Ancient Chinese Path to Health, Vigor, and Longevity

Daniel Reid

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Shambhala Publications Inc
15 March 2000
"Chi-gung can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or physical fitness.

A guide to the history, theory and practice of chi-gung, the ancient Taoist system of health rooted in movement, breathing, meditation, and massage

Chi-gung,which literally means ""energy work""- is a system of cultivating health, vitality, and longevity that is based on the fundamental principles of Taoism and the laws of nature. Practiced by the Chinese for thousands of years,chi-gungworks with the energy found in all living things to help rid the body of the imbalances that sap our strength and give rise to disease. The simple, meditative movements, breathing exercises, and massage techniques that are the basis ofchi-gungcan be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or physical fitness.

Originally published under the title Harnessing the Power of the Universe, this book provides a detailed overview ofchi-gung, describing the techniques of movement, breathing, and massage that are intrinsic to this ancient Taoist system of health."

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Imprint:   Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 229mm,  Width: 152mm,  Spine: 23mm
Weight:   465g
ISBN:   9781570625435
ISBN 10:   1570625433
Pages:   336
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Daniel Reid is a leading Western authority on traditional Chinese medicine and Taoist healing practices and has studied and practiced Chinese medicine for over twenty years. He is the author of The Complete Book of Chinese Health and Healing (Shambhala, 1993, 1994).

Reviews for A Complete Guide to Chi-Gung: The Principles and Practice of the Ancient Chinese Path to Health, Vigor, and Longevity

Virtually everything one needs to know about the practice of chi-gung. --NAPRA Review


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