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Download or read book Tui Shou-San Shou written by Carl Burgess and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis Tui Shou and San Shou in Tai Chi Chuan by : Kwong Yiu
Download or read book Tui Shou and San Shou in Tai Chi Chuan written by Kwong Yiu and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Tai Ji Tui Shou written by Stuart Olson and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-01-05 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume in the Chen Kung Series presents the two-person Tui Shou exercises of the Eight Styles and Four Skills of Sensing Hands (popularly known as "Pushing Hands"). The main purpose of Sensing Hands-and also Greater Rolling-Back (Da Lu) and Dispersing Hands (San Shou)-is to learn how to Interpret the movements and changes of the opponent, and, just as importantly, how to sense your own defects. The Taijiquan Classic says, "Through knowing yourself, you can know others," so in Taijiquan, you learn how to interpret yourself first, and then apply it to an opponent. Every gesture in Sensing Hands (as well as in Greater Rolling-Back and Dispersing Hands) is designed to be practiced with the idea that you are being neutralized before actually expressing the energy to knock over an opponent. The exercises in themselves are a stalemate of joined movements. To practice otherwise, with the idea of winning and actually Issuing, destroys the very cause for learning how to Interpret. Issuing will come later. It will develop without your expressing it in the exercises. While the companion book Tai Ji Jin (vol. 2) explains the various Intrinsic Energies (Jin) of Taijiquan, Tai Ji Tui Shou and Tai Ji San Shou and Da Lu (vol. 5) teach you how to develop them. As Chen Kung says, "If you cannot do Sensing Hands correctly, how could you ever hope to advance or find any satisfaction in your Taijiquan practice?" Training these two-person exercises, then, is as important as the solo practices of Tai Ji Qigong and meditation (vol. 1), the Tai Ji Quan form (vol. 3), and the Tai Ji weapons of Sword, Saber, and Staff (vol. 6). The information in Stuart Alve Olson's six-volume Chen Kung Series, available to the Chinese reader since 1936, covers the entire Yang family system of Taijiquan practice and philosophy. Chen Kung's original Chinese book is an invaluable resource that is now accessible to English readers through the brilliant translation work and insightful commentary of Stuart Alve Olson. No matter what style of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) you practice or what level of skill you have achieved, the Chen Kung Series will greatly broaden your knowledge and skills, as it is truly a "Master's Program" on the art of Taijiquan.
Book Synopsis American Spiritualities by : Catherine L. Albanese
Download or read book American Spiritualities written by Catherine L. Albanese and published by Indiana University Press. This book was released on 2001-04-22 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reader explores current interest in spirituality in the United States. It traces the concept and presence of spirituality in the nation's past and explains the strong attraction to spiritual themes in the present, with attention to questions of definition, historical usage, and connection to religion. Twenty-seven selections pursue the difference and diversity among Americans in terms of their spiritual styles, here understood as modes of experiential knowledge. Catherine L. Albanese has organized these selections to reflect four approaches to spirituality: knowing through the body, or ritual-based spiritualities; knowing through the heart, or evangelical and emotionally toned spiritualities; knowing through the will, or prophetic and social-action spiritualities; and knowing through the mind, or metaphysically oriented spiritualities. Taken together, these essays make the argument that the spiritual is human-made, essentially religious, and surely not the same at all American times and places. The anthology includes selections by Catherine L. Albanese, Janet and Robert Aldridge, Daniel Berrigan, Joseph Epes Brown, Charles W. Colson, Annie Dillard, Virgilio Elizondo, Tamar Frankiel, Emma Goldman, Charles E. Hambrick-Stowe, B. K. S. Iyengar, Curtis D. Johnson, Martin Luther King, Jr., Chen Kung, Jerena Lee, Shirley MacLaine, Aimee Semple McPherson, Thomas Merton, Carry A. Nation, E. Burke Rochford, Jr., Jerry Rubin, Molly Rush, Starhawk, Henry David Thoreau, Ralph Waldo Trine, Joachim Wach, B. Alan Wallace, Steven Wilhelm, and Dhyani Ywahoo. Catherine L. Albanese is Professor of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara. She is the author of the widely used textbook America: Religions and Religion, now in its third edition, and of numerous other articles and books, including Nature Religion in America: From the Algonkian Indians to the New Age. Albanese is a former president of the American Academy of Religion. 552 pages, 6 1/8 x 9 1/4, bibl., index cloth0-253-33839-5$65.00 L / £50.00 paper0-253-21432-7$27.50 s / £21.00
Book Synopsis Yiquan Beginners' Guide: Basic Skills by : Joseph P. Lau
Download or read book Yiquan Beginners' Guide: Basic Skills written by Joseph P. Lau and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2011-04-07 with total page 377 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is a primer on practicing Yiquan, a reality-based Chinese martial art involving mind-body synthesis. This is not an instruction manual; you will not learn Yiquan by reading this book; you must seek hands-on instruction from a competent teacher. Here we have provided the theories and principles, laying the foundation for you to study and research the true essence of realistic martial arts.
Download or read book Chen written by Jan Silberstorff and published by Singing Dragon. This book was released on 2009 with total page 319 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this book, Master Jan Silberstorff, a leading Chen practitioner, shares his expertise and insights into Chen style Taijiquan, explaining its background and key principles. He discusses the different Chen forms and the importance of each, as well as the place of competition and the effect on participants.
Book Synopsis Tai Chi Odyssey, Vol. 1 by : Michael DeMarco
Download or read book Tai Chi Odyssey, Vol. 1 written by Michael DeMarco and published by Via Media Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-17 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a digital edition, this two-volume anthology offers not only a handy historical overview of taijiquan history, but most chapters focus on actual practice. Guidance is provided through Carol Derrickson’s discussions on taijiquan classic writings as well as from other highly experienced instructors in their own chapters. Dr. Linda Lehrhaupt’s chapter inspires one to practice by explaining how mental changes occur in a student during initial weeks of classes. Although most taiji classes are offered by individuals in their own schools, a number of classes are also offered in academic settings. Andrew Peck gives a fine example of how taiji is taught in a university setting. Other authors present subtle aspects of practice—be it eye movement, circles that exist even in movements that appear to be liner, benefits derived from solo and group practice, or the too often elusive element of relaxation. All these chapters will prove valuable to anyone wishing to improve their quality of practice and thus to reap more health benefits taiji has to offer. The same embodied principles can be utilized in martial applications. Peter Lim wrote two chapters. In one he details general taiji principles that are put into the practice, while in the other chapter he looks specifically at how the principles can be applied in combat. His chapters provide a solid foundation for better understanding tuishou, the two-person push-hands practice that Herman Kaus and Hal Mosher (with the help of Allen Pittman) discuss. Greg Wolfson (with the help of Scott Rodell) writes about push-hands and sanshou—a high-level two-person practice of combative training. Russ Mason’s short but pertinent chapter samples two favorite techniques: wardoff and diagonal flying. The chapters by Donald Mainfort and Joel Stein are relatively unique in that they look at the variety of taiji forms—contrasting the original Chen Style with the Yang Style, and the large and medium frames—helping us better understand how and why routines differ, and which may be better suited for particular individuals. As a result, we can also see why movements from different styles can blend into anyone’s practice. Comprised of articles previously published in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts—we are highly optimistic that you will find something on each page of this anthology to be of great use in your understanding and practice.
Book Synopsis Cheng Hsin T'ui Shou by : Peter Ralston
Download or read book Cheng Hsin T'ui Shou written by Peter Ralston and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 1991 with total page 302 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provided this beginning tai-chi student with a rich, methodical philosophical "grounding" on some concepts that that are at the core of Eastern martial arts. Ralston helps the reader develop an awareness, quite literally "from the ground up".
Book Synopsis Lessons With Master Liang: T'ai-Chi, Philosophy, and Life by : Ray Hayward
Download or read book Lessons With Master Liang: T'ai-Chi, Philosophy, and Life written by Ray Hayward and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2018-03 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A compilation of Master T.T. Liang's teachings on T'ai-Chi, plus articles and stories about Master Liang.
Book Synopsis Complete Tai Chi Chuan by : Dan Docherty
Download or read book Complete Tai Chi Chuan written by Dan Docherty and published by Crowood. This book was released on 2014-09-30 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Complete Tai Chi Chuan is the first book in English to deal extensively with the concepts of 'inside the door' training and the inner art, including therapeutic and martial aspects of Taoist internal alchemy. Drawing on original historical research, the author identifies the links between the art and Chinese philosophy. Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes: history, theory and philosophy, hand form, practical training, inside the door' training techniques, working with weapons and competition.
Book Synopsis Tai Chi Odyssey, Vol. 2 by : Michael DeMarco
Download or read book Tai Chi Odyssey, Vol. 2 written by Michael DeMarco and published by Via Media Publishing. This book was released on 2017-11-17 with total page 135 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a digital edition, this two-volume anthology offers not only a handy historical overview of taijiquan history, but most chapters focus on actual practice. Guidance is provided through Carol Derrickson’s discussions on taijiquan classic writings as well as from other highly experienced instructors in their own chapters. Dr. Linda Lehrhaupt’s chapter inspires one to practice by explaining how mental changes occur in a student during initial weeks of classes. Although most taiji classes are offered by individuals in their own schools, a number of classes are also offered in academic settings. Andrew Peck gives a fine example of how taiji is taught in a university setting. Other authors present subtle aspects of practice—be it eye movement, circles that exist even in movements that appear to be liner, benefits derived from solo and group practice, or the too often elusive element of relaxation. All these chapters will prove valuable to anyone wishing to improve their quality of practice and thus to reap more health benefits taiji has to offer. The same embodied principles can be utilized in martial applications. Peter Lim wrote two chapters. In one he details general taiji principles that are put into the practice, while in the other chapter he looks specifically at how the principles can be applied in combat. His chapters provide a solid foundation for better understanding tuishou, the two-person push-hands practice that Herman Kaus and Hal Mosher (with the help of Allen Pittman) discuss. Greg Wolfson (with the help of Scott Rodell) writes about push-hands and sanshou—a high-level two-person practice of combative training. Russ Mason’s short but pertinent chapter samples two favorite techniques: wardoff and diagonal flying. The chapters by Donald Mainfort and Joel Stein are relatively unique in that they look at the variety of taiji forms—contrasting the original Chen Style with the Yang Style, and the large and medium frames—helping us better understand how and why routines differ, and which may be better suited for particular individuals. As a result, we can also see why movements from different styles can blend into anyone’s practice. Comprised of articles previously published in the Journal of Asian Martial Arts—we are highly optimistic that you will find something on each page of this anthology to be of great use in your understanding and practice.
Book Synopsis The Tai Chi Two-person Dance by : Jonathan Russell
Download or read book The Tai Chi Two-person Dance written by Jonathan Russell and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2004 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This centuries-old harmonizing of movements resembles a dance in which the lead switches from partner to partner with every movement, requiring participants to enter into a bodily dialogue with each other. Each movement has a specified number of beats, which aids in the correct positioning of one’s body. The book is amply illustrated with photographs of Master T. T. Liang performing the two-person dance.
Book Synopsis Ancient Wisdom, New Spirit by : Peter Ralston
Download or read book Ancient Wisdom, New Spirit written by Peter Ralston and published by Frog Books. This book was released on 1994-08-18 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Although preceding Peter Ralston's two popular books on the topic The Book of Not Knowing and Pursuing Consciousness, this book is adapted from audio recordings of consciousness work being done "live" with Peter. It is a collection of a series of talks and lively dialogues with students exploring the nature of Ralston's unique communications.
Book Synopsis Ultimate Guide To Tai Chi by : John R. Little
Download or read book Ultimate Guide To Tai Chi written by John R. Little and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1999-11 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The gentlest of the Chinese martial arts, tai chi has become a path toward inner peace and stress management for practitioners all over the world. This book discusses the philosophy and benefits of tai chi. 300 photos.
Book Synopsis The Complete Book of Yiquan by : Tang Cheong Shing
Download or read book The Complete Book of Yiquan written by Tang Cheong Shing and published by Singing Dragon. This book was released on 2015-03-21 with total page 418 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With detailed photographs and clear instruction for practice, this is the first book comprehensively to cover the history, development and training methods of this rarely taught esoteric internal martial art. The deceptively simple postures and movements of Yiquan are highly effective for achieving results for both health and combat, making it very appealing to martial artists, and Master Tang here reveals the secrets of a martial art still surrounded in mystery. He also provides a history of the origins and lineage of the Yiquan tradition, as well as detailed information on the stances and movements, weapons, and programs, grading and teaching. This complete guide to Yiquan will be essential for anyone interested in Yiquan or oriental martial and internal arts more generally.
Book Synopsis Tao of Heaven, Tao of Earth, Tao of Man by : Sifu Keven-San
Download or read book Tao of Heaven, Tao of Earth, Tao of Man written by Sifu Keven-San and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-08 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: All Chinese Thought, History, Culture, Art, and Science will remain an enigma to the West until we understand the difference between our framework of Heaven and Hell and the Chinese framework of Heaven, Earth, and Man. There are a vast number of books available on every single element of Chinese thought, but that is exactly their limitation, single elements of a vast wholeness. The “Tao of Heaven” is the only book that ties together Ancient Chinese Physics, Medicine, Philosophy, and Spiritual Faith with Tai Chi Chuan.
Book Synopsis T'ai Chi and Qigong for Your Health: Historical and Scientific Foundations by : Michael DeMarco, M.A.
Download or read book T'ai Chi and Qigong for Your Health: Historical and Scientific Foundations written by Michael DeMarco, M.A. and published by Via Media Publishing. This book was released on 2015-08-24 with total page 138 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: T’ai Chi and qigong are popular because of their great reputations as exercises with numerous health-related benefits. Can these benefits simply be results of placebo effects? Chapters in this e-book not only provide an interesting historical backdrop in which taiji and qigong developed, but also provide scientific support for the efficacy and effects of both modalities. Breslow’s chapter focuses on Daoist practices associated with their quest for immortality and longevity. Rhoads, Crider, and Hayduk looks at taiji and qigong with the tools of modern science. DeMarco compares Yang-style taiji practice of with guidelines provided by the National Institue of Health. Kachur, Carleton, and Asmundson provide an excellent chapter that gives insight into aspects of taiji practice that improve balance. The final chapter by Kenneth Cohen offers a history of the taiji ruler as a tool conducive to vitalizing the qi. Included are aspects of design, lineage, and some illustrated exercises, plus details on qi circulation. For anyone who questions the validity of taiji and qigong as exercise modalities, the collected writings in this book will provide information not available elsewhere. In addition to finding the historical and scientific foundation of these practices, the contents in this book will help improve taiji and qigong practice, bringing the many benefits as claimed for these gems of Chinese culture.