Warrior of stillness comes in three volumes each covering the three internal or meditative traditions used by the Chinese martial artists. The meditative traditions in the Chinese martial arts are described by author, Sifu Jan, a seasoned private instructor from California. He describes the physical and mental aspects of this tradition and how they are used to achieve perfection.
The impact is instant as one begins reading through the chapters of this book. The description involves insightful theories, practical suggestions and anecdotes that make an easy read. The availability of a historical perspective makes the concepts appreciative and easy to understand for readers and would be artists. It helps them to achieve depth in this endeavor.
Wuji is a crucial part off successful meditation. It forms the center of the body and acts as the pole in a human being. Its incorporation into the Taiji traditions has led to incredible awareness of personal strength. The description makes the concept of cylinders and Taiji sphere easy to understand for readers.
The author is particular about the centrality of Wuji as a basic when one seeks to engage in any martial art. Mastering the standing posture makes the others easier to understand. The posture requires one to spread hands and create a center of balance for the body.
The description given by Sifu Jan creates a greater awareness of the internal body mechanic. With such awareness, a person can easily control his balance. Awareness about the central point helps to improve the form. It takes the combination of a mental and physical theory to achieve renewed form.
Calculative and regulative exercises form part of the proposal given in these books in order to build inner energy. Tai chi moves help in controlling blood pressure by offering relaxation. They are recommended by cardiologists because they result in more energy and make the heart healthier.
The experiences shared by senior masters depict the ease with which inner strength is built. An artist who has grown used to soft arts is easily assimilated through the exercises suggested. Pivotal exercises described in the book include the Grasp Bird Tail, which involves motion, and Qigong, which is achieved from a still position.
The instructions and descriptions given by Sifu wake the title useful to amateurs and seasoned artists alike. It has a simplistic guide on how the skills are developed. A lot of emphasis is put on consistency during practice and the simple moves which make a great difference.
The first volume was published in 1995 covering the Qigong center. It was followed by volume 2 which covered The Tao of Yiquan and was released in 1999. The author describes his experiences as recorded during meditation sessions with masters.
The Masters of Perception closes the chapter on this trilogy and was released in 2013. It goes beyond the power and breadth exhibited by the master studied by Jan Sifu to describe the extraordinary depth and subtleness displayed by this master. The volumes seek to exalt and highlight the powers in stillness. The books are available online at prices that guarantee value for money.
The impact is instant as one begins reading through the chapters of this book. The description involves insightful theories, practical suggestions and anecdotes that make an easy read. The availability of a historical perspective makes the concepts appreciative and easy to understand for readers and would be artists. It helps them to achieve depth in this endeavor.
Wuji is a crucial part off successful meditation. It forms the center of the body and acts as the pole in a human being. Its incorporation into the Taiji traditions has led to incredible awareness of personal strength. The description makes the concept of cylinders and Taiji sphere easy to understand for readers.
The author is particular about the centrality of Wuji as a basic when one seeks to engage in any martial art. Mastering the standing posture makes the others easier to understand. The posture requires one to spread hands and create a center of balance for the body.
The description given by Sifu Jan creates a greater awareness of the internal body mechanic. With such awareness, a person can easily control his balance. Awareness about the central point helps to improve the form. It takes the combination of a mental and physical theory to achieve renewed form.
Calculative and regulative exercises form part of the proposal given in these books in order to build inner energy. Tai chi moves help in controlling blood pressure by offering relaxation. They are recommended by cardiologists because they result in more energy and make the heart healthier.
The experiences shared by senior masters depict the ease with which inner strength is built. An artist who has grown used to soft arts is easily assimilated through the exercises suggested. Pivotal exercises described in the book include the Grasp Bird Tail, which involves motion, and Qigong, which is achieved from a still position.
The instructions and descriptions given by Sifu wake the title useful to amateurs and seasoned artists alike. It has a simplistic guide on how the skills are developed. A lot of emphasis is put on consistency during practice and the simple moves which make a great difference.
The first volume was published in 1995 covering the Qigong center. It was followed by volume 2 which covered The Tao of Yiquan and was released in 1999. The author describes his experiences as recorded during meditation sessions with masters.
The Masters of Perception closes the chapter on this trilogy and was released in 2013. It goes beyond the power and breadth exhibited by the master studied by Jan Sifu to describe the extraordinary depth and subtleness displayed by this master. The volumes seek to exalt and highlight the powers in stillness. The books are available online at prices that guarantee value for money.
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