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Yoga and Tai Chi have become popular worldwide. They appear in commercials and are taught in many fitness and community centers. Seniors and the sedentary are persuaded that Yoga and Tai Chi are ideal for their health. In addition, Tai Chi is described as being very easy to learn and practice. Not as many people are familiar withQigong, a mind, body, breathing discipline which originated in China thousands of years ago. These arts have become westernized, commercialized and altered from their original purposes and forms. The following information will encourage you to study, learn and research about the history, theory, safety and true purposes of these arts before choosing one of these disciplines to study. There are hardly any Yoga teachers that teach Yoga for its originally intended purpose.Yoga had no connection with health, but was just a spiritual discipline; you could not pay for true Yoga lessons - see "What is Yoga? Yoga therapy?" at http://voices.yahoo.com/what-yoga-yoga-therapy-9104859.html?cat=5 Be careful in practicing Yoga poses, especially seniors and the sedentary; don't believe the so-called experts. See its dangers at http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/08/magazine/how-yoga-can-wreck-your-body.... Unfortunately, Tai Chi is following the same path as Yoga. Originally Tai Chi was a martial art and had over 100 postures. This main, solo long form required about 5 to six years of dedicated practice to learn correctly. In addition, there were 2- men forms for self-defense. Nowadays, there are very few teachers that know the 2-men, self-defense forms. Even those that teach Tai Chi for health don’t rigorously follow the principles and claim that the form they teach ( 1- 37 postures or more, but usually less than the long form) has the same benefits as the long form. Logic tells you that 37 postures will not give the sameexercise and energy flow as over a hundred.– see “Are You Really Practicing Tai Chi and Is It Effective for Stress?” at http://yang-sheng.com/?p=1612 Even teaching the Chen Man Ching short form for health correctly is difficult. The student must have the dedication of a ballet dancer and realize constant daily practice is required. After teaching 100’s of students, less than 1% can even learn this short form. Prospective Tai Chi students should be informed of the true scope of this art. Most don’t have any idea of the complexities of Tai Chi and are just interested in improving their health. These should be persuaded to study a simple form of Qigong for health. My experience is that nearly 100% of students can learn the Six Healing Sounds. See “Which Should Study Tai Chi or Qigong? at http://voices.yahoo.com/tai-chi-qigong-which-study-9082195.html?cat=68 Seniors and the sedentary, especially if only interested in improving or maintaining their health, should learn and practice Qigong for health rather than Yoga or Tai Chi. Qigong is non-strenuous and easier to learn and practice than Yoga or Tai Chi. Qigong has the added advantage that it is effective in helping about 200 diseases. ...read more
By Master Mark's Praying Mantis Kung Fu Qigong and Tai Chi Cultural Organization November 25, 2012
Yoga and Tai Chi have become popular worldwide. They appear in commercials and are taught in many fitness and community centers. Seniors and the sedentary are persuaded that Yoga and Tai Chi are ideal for their health. In addition, Tai Chi is described as being very easy to learn and practice. Not as many people are familiar with Qigong, a mind, body, breathing discipline which originated in China thousands of years ago. These arts have become westernized, commercialized and altered from their original purposes and forms. The following information will encourage you to study, learn and research about the history, theory, safety and true purposes of these arts before choosing one of these disciplines to study. There are hardly any Yoga teachers that teach Yoga for its originally intended purpose. Yoga had no connection with health, but was just a spiritual discipline; you could not pay for true Yoga lessons - see "What is Yoga? Yoga therapy?" at http://voices.yahoo.com/what-yoga-yoga-therapy-9104859.html?cat=5 Be careful in practicing Yoga poses, especially seniors and the sedentary; don't believe the so-called experts. See its dangers at http://www.nytimes.com/2012/01/08/magazine/how-yoga-can-wreck-your-body.... Unfortunately, Tai Chi is following the same path as Yoga. Originally Tai Chi was a martial art and had over 100 postures. This main, solo long form required about 5 to six years of dedicated practice to learn correctly. In addition, there were 2- men forms for self-defense. Nowadays, there are very few teachers that know the 2-men, self-defense forms. Even those that teach Tai Chi for health don’t rigorously follow the principles and claim that the form they teach ( 1- 37 postures or more, but usually less than the long form) has the same benefits as the long form. Logic tells you that 37 postures will not give the same exercise and energy flow as over a hundred.– see “Are You Really Practicing Tai Chi and Is It Effective for Stress?” at http://yang-sheng.com/?p=1612 Even teaching the Chen Man Ching short form for health correctly is difficult. The student must have the dedication of a ballet dancer and realize constant daily practice is required. After teaching 100’s of students, less than 1% can even learn this short form. Prospective Tai Chi students should be informed of the true scope of this art. Most don’t have any idea of the complexities of Tai Chi and are just interested in improving their health. These should be persuaded to study a simple form of Qigong for health. My experience is that nearly 100% of students can learn the Six Healing Sounds. See “Which Should Study Tai Chi or Qigong? at http://voices.yahoo.com/tai-chi-qigong-which-study-9082195.html?cat=68 Seniors and the sedentary, especially if only interested in improving or maintaining their health, should learn and practice Qigong for health rather than Yoga or Tai Chi. Qigong is non-strenuous and easier to learn and practice than Yoga or Tai Chi. Qigong has the added advantage that it is effective in helping about 200 diseases. ...read more
By Master Mark's Praying Mantis Kung Fu Qigong and Tai Chi Cultural Organization September 06, 2012
According to traditional Chinese Medicine vigorous exercise may not be healthy. Research has indicated atherosclerosis prevalence and cardiovascular risk factors in marathon runners. Jean Claude Van-Damme is suffering from a hearing loss. Excelelnt physical condition does not mean good health. Unless you are a competing athlete, there is no need to use weights or special equipment to improve your health. Why do boring repetitions that can cause injury&eventually; lead to osteoarthritis? A recently discovered and clinically tested Qigong method produces weight loss without exercise, diet, pills or cost!! It only requires 1 minute of practice before each meal. Dr. Mehmet Oz, heart surgeon, and the star of the TV show "The Doctor OZ Show" stated, "If you want to be healthy and live to 100, do Qigong." Qigong (Chi Kung) for health is a Chinese medical therapy thousands of years old. It consists of mental as well as gentle physical maneuvering which simultaneously adjusts body posture, breathing, and the mind. Qigong is practiced by millions of people worldwide. Conferences on the scientific study of Qigong have been held in the U.S. and China. Qigong has been shown to improve respiration, induce the relaxation response, causes favorable changes in blood chemistry, and produce changes in EEG indicating improved mental states Clinical trials have shown the efficacy of Qigong in reducing stress, delaying aging effects, prolonging life, preventing illness and curing many chronic diseases - in fact, it is helpful in about 200 diseases, ranging from the common cold to cancer. Not only can Qigong increase longevity, but also the quality of life, preventing senility and sharpening the mind of seniors. One scientific survey of aged practitioners revealed that they were in good health and appeared younger than a second group of non-practitioners. Their average blood pressure was normal and 93% had normal hearing and good memories. The non-practicing elders had a higher average blood pressure, 25% had hypertension, 50% had vision problems, 76% had hearing problems and 35% had lost their ability to work. After doing Qigong for 5 months, 52% of them could work&made significant physiological improvements. Trials in China and Sweden have shown that Qigong can improve the behavior of unruly students, increase their intelligence and improve their performance in sports as well as on academic tests. Qigong for health is excellent for seniors or the physically challenged. It can be done lying, sitting or standing. Very little strength, flexibility and coordination are required, making it easier to learn and practice than Yoga, Pilates, Zumba or Tai Chi. It can be performed anytime, anywhere, and no special clothing or equipment is required. ...read more
By Master Mark's Praying Mantis Kung Fu Qigong and Tai Chi Cultural Organization May 06, 2012
Learning how to flat iron your hair will save you money and time spent at a hair salon. The process is quite simple and only involves a few simple steps. When flat ironing your hair on your own it is important to make sure your hair is washed and well conditioned. ...read more
Consuming carrots provides beauty benefits such as glowing skin from within, but carrots can also be used topically in homemade beauty treatments. Carrots act as a natural acne treatment, provide moisture to dry skin in a homemade moisturizer and add naturally add softness and shine to hair. ...read more
