{"product_id":"shaolin-qi-gong-energy-in-motion-with-dvd-9781594772641","title":"Shaolin Qi Gong: Energy in Motion [With DVD]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAuthentic Shaolin Temple Qi Gong Training\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis comprehensive qi gong instruction book with DVD presents the authentic practices developed at the Shaolin Temple, where this discipline originated centuries ago. Written and demonstrated by Shi Xinggui, a Shaolin monk who trained at the monastery from age eight, this resource provides direct access to the traditional methods passed down through generations of masters.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAncient Practices for Modern Health\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nCreated by the great teacher Bodhidharma in the 6th century CE, Shaolin Temple qi gong was designed to address the poor physical condition of monks who spent their days in meditation and copying scrolls. This two-part system promotes both physical and spiritual fitness, forming the foundation for all martial and meditative arts taught at the Shaolin Temple. The practices increase physical health and vitality, enhance creativity, and can be practiced well into old age.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMaster Energy Through Movement and Breath\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThe fundamental principle of qi gong is mastering energy (qi) and moving it through the body. Shi Xinggui explains how to cultivate qi attentively through the art of slowness in both movement and breathwork. The book includes clear demonstrations of all positions and movements, making it accessible for practitioners at any level.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Training Program\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThis resource provides both short and long forms of daily exercises, accommodating different time commitments and practice levels. The instruction covers:\n\n- Heart centering techniques\n- Organ strengthening exercises\n- Energy balancing using the three dantians (energy centers of the body)\n- Breathing exercises for energy cultivation\n- Detailed position and movement demonstrations\n\n\u003ch2\u003e53-Minute Instructional DVD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nThe included DVD features Shi Xinggui performing the complete exercise sequences, allowing you to observe proper form and technique. This visual companion to the written instruction ensures accurate practice and understanding of the movements.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTrained by Shaolin Masters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\nAuthor Shi Xinggui studied under renowned masters including Shi De Shin, Shi Xu Xi, Shi De Su, and Shi De Duzan at the Shaolin Monastery. He won the National Championship title for kung fu (70 kg class) in Shaolin in 1988, and again in 1993 and 1994 in Zheng Zou. He received his Shaolin diploma in 1989 from Master Shi De Yuan. He now teaches in Goldegg, Austria, sharing these authentic practices with Western students.\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShi Xinggui became a student at the Shaolin Monastery at the age of eight. His teachers there included Masters Shi De Shin, Shi Xu Xi, Shi De Su, and Shi De Duzan. In 1988 the author won the National Championship title for kung fu (70 kg class) in Shaolin and again in 1993 and 1994 in Zheng Zou. He received his Shaolin diploma in 1989 from Master Shi De Yuan. He now lives and teaches in Goldegg, Austria.","brand":"Destiny Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681281085714,"sku":"9781594772641","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_cf18dc08-a988-41e3-90d5-3905a4b7cc8e.jpg?v=1733951236","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/shaolin-qi-gong-energy-in-motion-with-dvd-9781594772641","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}