Internal Martial Arts

"Research on Shaolin Martial Arts and Taijiquan in Relation to Internal Martial Arts" offers an in-depth examination of the origins, development, and connections between Shaolin martial arts, Taijiquan, and internal martial arts practices. This comprehensive study delves into the historical roots of martial arts, with a focus on the techniques and philosophies that bridge the Shaolin external styles and the internal traditions of Taijiquan, Xingyiquan, and Baguazhang. Drawing from classical texts, historical accounts, and martial arts legends, this book explores key figures, lineages, and ...

The book in front of you is one of very few ever written about White Crane Kung Fu and the only one about Shaking Crane (Zong He) style written in English. The book introduces basic concepts of internal White Crane practice. Internal power has always been shrouded in a veil of mystery, often explained through Chinese religious and esoteric practices, believes and terminology. This book separates myths from facts and explains what internal power is and how it is generated within the body. Content is strictly focused on body mechanics and doesn't go into the realm of esoteric practices or ...

The reason you never heard these histories is so dark that few have dared to speak about it, until now. Completely new and meticulously researched, Tai Chi, Baguazhang and the Golden Elixir erases 120 years of confusion and error to reveal the specific theatrical and religious origins of Chinese internal martial arts.

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White Crane Secretes of internalpower 2 - Basic technique will take the reader in the realm of Zong He Quan (Vibrating or Shaking Crane) foundational practice, the most important part of White Crane system. The book has two purposes, to introduce the reader with basic White Crane theories and strategies and as a training manual that will give readers the opportunity to experience and practice basic Zong He Quan techniques. This book is purely technical in nature and explaines basic Zong He Quan practices like breathing, "Element hands", basic footwork and basic theories and strategies of ...

This form may look very different than the modern Yang Family 108 Movement form that is widely taught around the world today. Although all the standard frames or movements are in this form, the extended transitions as well as the obvious Silk Reeling clearly show the original martial application of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan. This “Yang Lu Chan Old Style Tai Chi Form” is considered an advanced version of what is commonly known as “The Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan” taught all over the world today. Master Yang Cheng Fu developed his very popular form in 1928. However, the forms practiced ...

This book, Yang Chengfu Taijiquan: Methods and Applications, attributed to Yang Chengfu, provides a rare and insightful glimpse into the early stages of Yang-style Taijiquan's development. While overshadowed by his later works, this text retains significant historical and cultural value, offering a blend of martial applications, theoretical principles, and philosophical reflections that showcase the art's depth and adaptability. The book delves into the essence of Taijiquan, elucidating its techniques, forms, and martial strategies while aligning them with the principles of traditional ...

What if I tell you that everything you believe to know about Kung Fu is wrong? Everything you you know about Kung Fu is wrong. This book explaines how many wrong belives and false claims replaced facts about Chinese martial arts

Uncover the many benefits of Tai Chi to discover how it will help your mind, body, and soul. Have you heard of Tai Chi, but don’t know where to begin? Do you want to find out why people who practice Tai Chi are living their best life? Do you want to transform your mindset and fitness levels using Tai Chi? If you said “yes” to any of these questions, you have come to the right place.

Xingyiquan Xue is a comprehensive guide to the ancient martial art of Xingyiquan, offering deep insights into its philosophy, principles, and techniques. This book delves into the study of integrating the twelve animal forms into unified techniques, exploring the ultimate application of these forms known as Anshen Pao (Stabilizing Body Cannon). Through detailed instructions and explanations, readers will discover how to harmonize the internal and external aspects of Xingyiquan, achieving mastery over both mind and body. Perfect for martial artists, philosophers, and scholars alike, ...

The Isometric Warrior Training Guide is your blueprint for forging unshakable strength, explosive power, and inner mastery—using nothing but your own body, breath, and will. Rooted in the timeless methods of Shaolin monks, yoga masters, and oldtime strongmen, this guide fuses ancient isometric holds with modern breathwork, martial structure, and mental discipline. Inside, you’ll discover: – 10 core isometric exercises with vintage-style illustrations – A progressive 6-week warrior training program – Breath control protocols to amplify power and calm – Application drills for ...

Baguaquan Xue by Sun Lutang stands as a foundational text in the study of Baguaquan, offering profound insights into both the martial and philosophical aspects of this ancient martial art. This translation meticulously preserves the depth and nuance of Sun Lutang's original work, ensuring that the wisdom and techniques it conveys are accessible to modern readers. Sun Lutang, a legendary figure in martial arts, combines his extensive knowledge of Baguaquan with Daoist philosophy, the principles of the Yijing, and traditional medicine. His teachings extend beyond mere physical movements, ...

The Study of Taiji Boxing offers an in-depth exploration of the principles, techniques, and philosophy of Taijiquan. This book serves as both a guide for practitioners and a comprehensive study of the art’s internal aspects. It emphasizes the cultivation of qi, xin, yi, and jin, delving into the subtle energies that drive effective movement and martial prowess. From foundational stances and movements like Brush the Knee and Twist Step, to advanced concepts like Peng, Lu, Ji, An, Lie, Cai, Zhou, and Kao, the text balances traditional wisdom with practical instruction. The book thoroughly ...

Tai Chi is a mystical art that promises martial power, as well as good health. But sometimes, it is just too abstract to know if we are doing it correctly. This book is for practitioners who wish to get on the right track and aims to explain Tai Chi with no abstract concepts, scientific concepts, and even styles-specific concepts.

In Chinese martial arts, esotery, religion, pseudo-science and elements of cult like behavior are norm, especially when it comes to anything that has word “gong” in it. Qigong, Weigong, Neigong, are the most exploited terms by martial teachers through which they explain their martial theories. Since early 2000’s the prevalent fashion in Chinese Martial Arts is that theory and practice is moving in the direction of pseudo-science and esotery. Martial theories over time change, and last two decades have seen extremely rapid change, becoming extremely complex with a clear intention to ...

White Crane is one of the most famous and certainly the most influential Kung Fu styles of all times. Everyone has at least heard about it which is not a small feat among literary hundreds of styles that exist today. While there are many popular styles, with enormous number of followers like Wing Chun or Choy Lee Fut, Hung Gar, Tai Chi Chuen, none of these styles holds a place in Kung Fu community like White Crane.On the other hand, there is very limited amount of information available about White Crane. Crane fist never had a lot of followers and has always been taught to very few selected...