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2008 September/October top
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1 2008 Xiao Yao Internal Martial Arts Retreat
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2008 Xiao Yao Internal Martial Arts RetreatSitting on the plane I reflect on the last week - our annual Xiao Yao Internal Arts retreat with Grandmaster Shouyu Liang and his daughter, Master Helen Liang - a week of quality instruction and practice with good friends.
2 Stomach and Spleen Qigong - Hu Sound to Strengthen the Stomach and Spleen
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Stomach and Spleen Qigong - Hu Sound to Strengthen the Stomach and SpleenUsing Qi vocalization to strengthen your stomach and spleen
3 Holding Leg Throws 4 - Holding One Leg, Rotating the Body, Elbow Pressing Throw
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Holding One Leg, Rotating the Body, Elbow Pressing ThrowHolding-Leg Throws are very effective when defending against kicks or controlling an opponent's legs.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 18 - Stand on One Leg and Prop Up Palm
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Taiji 48 Form - Stand on One Leg and Prop Up PalmLearn this popular Tai Chi 48 Form standard in this series of articles.

5 Qinna Techniques 18 - Carp Jumps Up from the Water
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Qinna Techniques Carp Jumps Up from the WaterQinna hand grappling and joint control techniques - Carp Jumps Up from the Water

6 Triple Burner Administering Qigong
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Triple Burner Administering QigongAccording to ancient Chinese physicians, "The Triple Burner has a name but is without a physical shape."

7 Popular Chinese Internal Martial Arts
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Popular Chinese Internal Martial ArtsTraditionally, almost all of the Chinese martial styles were taught in secret, and it was not until the last hundred years that these secrets were gradually revealed to the general public.
2008 May/June top
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1 Stomach and Spleen Qigong - Massaging the Abdomen
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Massage the abdomen to strengthen the stomach qigong and spleen qigongMassage the abdomen to strengthen the stomach qigong and spleen qigong
2 Holding Leg Throws 3 - Holding One Leg, Leg Blocking Throw
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Holding One Leg, Leg Blocking ThrowHolding-Leg Throws are very effective when defending against kicks or controlling an opponent's legs.
3 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 17 - Piercing Fist and Lower Body
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Taiji 48 Form - Piercing Fist and Lower BodyLearn this popular Tai Chi 48 Form standard in this series of articles.

4 Qinna Techniques 17 - Child Worships the Buddha
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Qinna Techniques Child Worships the BuddhQinna hand grappling and joint control techniques - Child Worships the Buddh

5 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 8 - Closing Gong Posture
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Bagua Qigong Closing Gong PostureBagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 8 - Closing Gong Posture

6 Chinese Martial Power
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Chinese Martial Power Jin training is a very important part of the Chinese martial arts, but there is almost nothing written on the subject in English, and very little even in Chinese.
2008 January/February top
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1 History of Xing Yi Quan
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What is Xing Yi QuanXing Yi is as ancient as it is powerful, dating at least as far back as the Liang dynasty at the Shaolin temple.
2 Jumping and Spinning Kicks - Jumping Heel and Spring Kick
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Jumping and Spinning Kicks - Jumping Heel and Spring KickJumping and Spinning Kicks - advanced training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Heart Qigong
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Heart QigongHeart Qigong can increase blood oxygen supply while reducing the illnesses associated with the heart.
4 Holding Leg Throws 2 - Holding One Leg, Hand Blocking Throw
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Holding One Leg, Hand Blocking ThrowHolding-Leg Throws are very effective when defending against kicks or controlling an opponent's legs.
5 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 16 - Left Diagonal Back Fist
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Taiji 48 Form - Left Diagonal Back FistLearn this popular Tai Chi 48 Form standard in this series of articles.

6 Qinna Techniques 16 - Send the Bird to the Forest
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Qinna Techniques Send the Bird to the ForestQinna hand grappling and joint control techniques - Send the Bird to the Forest

7 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 7 - Bore and Turn Posture
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Bagua Qigong Bore and Turn PostureBagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 7 - Bore and Turn Posture

8 Qi, Health, and Martial Arts
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Qi, Health, and Martial Arts - Laogong and Yongquan Pressure PointsFurther insight on how the internal or insubstantial directly affects the external or substantial.
2007 November/December top
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1 Differences Between Internal and External Styles
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Differences Between Internal and External StylesUnderstanding the roots of and the differences between External and Internal Chinese martial arts.
2 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 6 - Twist Turning Posture
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Bagua Qigong Twist Turning PostureBagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 6 - Twist Turning Posture

3 Qinna Techniques 15 - Immortal Points the Way
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Qinna Techniques Immortal Points the WayQinna hand grappling and joint control techniques - Immortal Points the Way

4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 15 - Slap Foot and Tame the Tiger
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Taiji 48 Form - Slap Foot and Tame the TigerLearn this popular Tai Chi 48 Form standard in this series of articles.

5 Holding Leg Throws 1 - Introduction
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Holding Leg Throw Pressing ForwardHolding-Leg Throws are very effective when defending against kicks or controlling an opponent's legs.
6 Xu Sound to Calm the Liver
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Healing Qigong Xu Sound to Calm the LiverLiver Qigong to help improve tendons, blood, eyesight, and stress release.

7 Wushu Basic Kicks - Low Hook and Squat Kicks
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Wushu Squat KickWushu Basic Kicks - Low Hook and Squat Kicks are mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
8 What is Xing Yi Quan?
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What is Xing Yi QuanXing Yi was created in imitation of the fighting techniques and spirit of twelve animals.
2007 September/October top
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1 Three Traditional Strength Training Methods to Boost Arm Strength
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No fancy equipment, no decked-out gyms. Just some good old fashioned strength training - Wushu style.
2 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 5 - Spiral and Rotate Posture
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Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 5 - Spiral and Rotate Posture.
3 The Seven Keys for Sitting Meditation
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The Seven Keys for Sitting Meditation (in Tantric Buddhist Qigong).
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 14 - White Snake Spits Poison
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Learn this popular Tai Chi 48 Form standard in this series of articles.
5 The Three Training Stages of San Shou Kuai Jiao
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Learn about the Three Training Stages of Chinese Fast Wrestling.
6 Qinna Techniques 14 - Large Python Turns Its Head
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Qinna hand grappling and joint control techniques - Large Python Turns Its Head.
7 Wushu Basic Kicks - Low Cut and Horse Kicks
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Wushu Basic Kicks - Low Cut and Horse Kicks are mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
8 The Four Major Chinese Internal Martial Arts
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Learn the differences and benefits of the 4 major Chinese internal martial arts.
2007 May/June top
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1 General Principles of San Shou Kuai Jiao - Part 4, Opportunity, Speed, and Ingenuity
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The importance of striking at the right time in the right way
2 Basic Kicks - Step Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 13 - Push the Boat Along the Current
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 13 - Brush Knee and Punch Down
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Buddhist Qigong - Cultivating the Esoteric Abilities of the Mind
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Meditate through visualization, intention, and focus.
6 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 4, Rotate Palm Posture
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Bagua internal training to both invigorate and relax the body
2007 March/April top
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1 General Principles of San Shou Kuai Jiao - Part 3, Coordination of the Internal
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In the third part of this series we investigate the sources and applications of Internal energies.
2 Basic Kicks - Grinder Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 12 - Bow and Beg for Forgiveness
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 12 - Right Lute Posture
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Buddhist Qigong - Cultivating the Esoteric Abilities of Speech
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Learn the two ancient Buddhist Qigong mantras that will invigorate and protect!
6 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 3, Push Mill Posture
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Bagua internal training to both invigorate and relax the body
2007 January/February top
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1 General Principles of San Shou Kuai Jiao - Part 2, Coordination of the External
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In the second part of this series we investigate the sources and applications of the External.
2 Basic Kicks - Backward Floor Sweep Kick-full circle
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 11 - Reverse Wrap Hand
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 11 - Turn Body and Thrust Palm
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Buddhist Qigong - Cultivating the Esoteric Abilities of the Body
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What does Buddhist Qigong entail and how does it differ from other types of Qigong?
6 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong Movements - Part 2, Preparation and Nourish Elixer Postures
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Bagua internal training to both invigorate and relax the body
2006 November/December top
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1 General Principles of San Shou Kuai Jiao - Part 1
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Methodology and application of Chinese fast wrestling techniques
2 Basic Kicks - Forward Floor Sweep Kick-full circle
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 10 - White Ape Offers the Fruit
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 10 - Reverse Reeling Forearm (Repulse Monkey)
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Buddhist Qigong - Tantric Buddhist Philosophy and Training Concepts
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What does Buddhist Qigong entail and how does it differ from other types of Qigong?
6 Bagua Turning-Spinning Qigong - Part 1
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Bagua internal training to both invigorate and relax the body
2006 September/October top
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1 The Art of San Shou Kuai Jiao
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Chinese fast wrestling techniques are both deadly and practical
2 Basic Kicks - Knee Kick and Forward Low Sweep Kick-half circle
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 9 - Green Dragon Turns Its Head
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 9 - Fist Under Elbow
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Buddhist Qigong - Buddhist Philosophy and Training Concepts
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Buddhist Philosophy and Training Concepts
6 The Essence of Baguazhang - Translation of Ancient Secrets - Baguazhang Thirty-Six and Forty-Eight S
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Baguazhang Thirty-Six and Forty-Eight Secret Songs
2006 July/August top
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1 The Road to Competition - My First Experience
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The trials and tribulations of a martial artist's first competition experience
2 Basic Kicks - Lean Back Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 8 - Pull the Bow to Shoot the Tiger
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 8 - Lean on a Diagonal
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Extraordinary Vessel Circulation - A Daoist Qigong Method
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An explaination to an advanced Taoist Qigong method
6 The Essence of Baguazhang - Translation of Ancient Secrets - The Real Theory of Baguazhang
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The Real Theory of Baguazhang
2006 May/June top
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1 Jumping Drills for Wushu
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Train to jump higher the Wushu way
2 Basic Kicks - High Back Sweep Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 7 - Irrefusable Dinner Engagement
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 7 - Left Ward Off, Roll Back, Press, and Push
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Lying Down and Walking Qigong Part 2
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Easy ways to practice Qigong while you walk
6 The Essence of Baguazhang - Translation of Ancient Secrets - Total Song of Baguazhang
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The translation of ancient Bagua secrets yields much insight
2006 March/April top
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1 Sanshou Strength
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Sanshou Strength
2 30 Minute Training
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Tony Bujas helps to maximize your workout with a minimal time
3 Qinna Techniques 6 - Dragon Lowers Its Body
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 6 - Left Deflect, Parry, and Punch
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 The Essence of Baguazhang
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Learn the mentality and philosophy that is integral to successful training in Bagua
6 Lying Down and Walking Qigong Part 1
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Easy ways to practice Qigong while you walk
2006 January/February top
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1 Body Conditioning 4 - Pulling Elastic Rope Part 2
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Workout the Wushu way. Traditional body building with traditional equipment.
2 Basic Kicks - High Front Sweep Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Qinna Techniques 5 - Erlang Carries the Firewood
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 5 - Roll Back and Press
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
5 Daoist Qigong - Training Approaches and Steps
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Learn the Daoist way of thought the and techniques of Daoist Qigong.
6 Interview with Rena Huang
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A candid view into the former life of a professional Chinese dancer turned Wushu martial artist.
2005 November/December top
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1 Body Conditioning 4 - Pulling Elastic Rope Part 1
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Workout the Wushu way. Traditional body building with traditional equipment.
2 Qinna Techniques 4 - Rhino Looks at the Moon
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
3 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 4 - Left Lute Posture
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
4 Daoist Qigong - Daoist Cultivation and Training Concepts
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Learn the Daoist way of thought the and techniques of Daoist Qigong.
5 Difficulties Visualizing in Qigong Practice
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Tips to make your Qigong practice more effective.
2005 September/October top
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1 Body Conditioning 3 - Weight Training
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Workout the Wushu way. Traditional body building with traditional equipment.
2 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 3 - Left Single Whip
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
3 Qinna Techniques 3 - Dragonfly Touches the Water
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 The Five Phases in Xing Yi - a Reference
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Quick reference diagrams by request.
5 Daoist Qigong - Daoist View of the Cosmos and Spirit
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Learn the Daoist way of thought the and techniques of Daoist Qigong.
6 Ba Gua Eight Trigrams - Reference Diagrams
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Quick reference diagrams by request.
2005 July/August top
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1 2005 Can-Am Sanshou Results
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2005 Can-Am Sanshou Results
2 Body Conditioning 2 - Tossing the Sand Bag
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Workout the Wushu way. Traditional body building with traditional equipment.
3 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 2 - Left Brush Knee and Step Forward
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
4 Qinna Techniques 2 - Shoot the Rocket to the Sky
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
5 Excessive Weight Gain According TCM Theory on Imbalance
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Shed unwanted pounds the TCM way.
6 Daoist Qigong - Daoist Religion and Philosophy
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Learn the Daoist way of thought the and techniques of Daoist Qigong.
7 Considering a Class?
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Want to learn martial arts but don't know what to start with? Read this article.
2005 May/June top
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1 Basic Kicks - Reverse Arch Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
2 48 Posture Taijiquan Posture 1 - Commencement
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
3 Qinna Techniques 1 - Wrap Silk Around the Hand
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Learn intricate hand grappling techniques in our Qinna instructional series.
4 Body Conditioning 1 - The Windlass Exercise
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Workout the Wushu way. Traditional body building with traditional equipment.
5 Daoist Qigong - Daoist School of Thought
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Learn some history and techniques of Daoist Qigong.
6 The Power of Stance Training
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Insight on how and why we emphasize solid stances.
2005 March/April top
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1 Sanshou's Role in Your Martial Arts Practice
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Sanshou's Role in Your Martial Arts Practice
2 Basic Kicks - Side Spring Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 48 Posture Taijiquan Introduction
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Learn this popular Tai Chi standard in this series of articles.
4 Tips for Testing
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Five things to remember when taking a Wushu test.
5 Overcoming Allergies with Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Find out how TCM can help you with your allergies.
6 A Journey Through Wushu: I'm Back!
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The Mea Jyn returns to Wushu.
7 A Buddhist Protection Qigong Method
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Learn an ancient mantra of spiritual protection.
2005 January/February top
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1 Practical Joint Control - Neutralizing a Grab from the Bottom - Same Side Grab
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
2 Body Mechanics and Artistic Expressions in Wushu Part 2
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What's with all the pretty postures in Wushu? Find out here.
3 Respect for the Class, Respect for the School
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Learn the etiquette of learning martial arts.
4 A Brief History of Tai Chi Chuan Part 2
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Where did Tai Chi come from? Here are some theories.
5 A Journey Through Wushu: 2005 Resolutions
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Mea Jyn's resolution to succeed in spite of adversity
6 The Concept of Yin and Yang
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Understand the importance of Yin-Yang balance.
2004 November/December top
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1 5 Tips for Sanshou Training
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5 Tips for Sanshou Training
2 Practical Joint Control - Neutralizing a Grab from the Bottom - Cross Grab
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
3 Basic Kicks - Turn Body Side Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
4 Body Mechanics and Artistic Expressions in Wushu Part 1
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What's with all the pretty postures in Wushu? Find out here.
5 A Journey Through Wushu: Journal
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Mea Jyn's realization of herself in 2004
6 A Brief History of Tai Chi Chuan Part 1
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Where did Tai Chi come from? Here are some theories.
7 Getting More From Your Qigong/Meditation
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A routine to enhance your Qigong training
2004 September/October top
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1 Neck Hold Techniques: A Cop's Perspective Part 3
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Applied Chinese Martial Arts from a veteran of the Vancouver Police force.
2 Practical Joint Control - Neutralizing a Grab from the Bottom - Same Side Grab
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
3 Basic Kicks - Slap Toe Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
4 An Oriental Constitutional Approach to Beauty
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Who says TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) ain't pretty?
5 A Journey Through Wushu: Reflecting
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Mea Jyn's realization of herself
6 First Annual Xiao Yao Village Retreat 2004
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Thanks to everyone who made this event a great success!
2004 July/August top
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1 Side-to-Side Pushups (Intermediate)
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Just a few of Ayron's favorite things...
2 Neck Hold Techniques: A Cop's Perspective Part 2
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Applied Chinese Martial Arts from a veteran of the Vancouver Police force.
3 Practical Joint Control - Neutralization Drills - Cross Grab
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
4 Basic Kicks - Heel Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
5 Stress - The Underlying Cause of Disease
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TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) to reduce stress
6 And From BaGua I Learn "Change"
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Fundamental Bagua Philosophy
7 A Journey Through Wushu: Struggles
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How one student deals with a busy schedule
2004 May/June top
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1 More on the Martial Arts Diet
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More on Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on the Martial Arts Diet.
2 Neck Hold Techniques: A Cop's Perspective Part 1
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Applied Chinese Martial Arts from a veteran of the Vancouver Police force.
3 Practical Joint Control - Neutralization Drills - Same Side Grab
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
4 Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine
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There are needles in Chinese medicine too!
5 Ultimate Winner
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Don't just aim high, always aim for the top!
6 A Journey Through Wushu: Learning Sanshou
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Mea yearns for Sanshou training - or has a thing for pain...
7 Training Tips For Xing Yi Quan
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Three things to keep in mind when practicing Xing Yi.
2004 March/April top
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1 Looking Back - Part 2
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's reflections on his challenges, victories, and progress.
2 Basic Kicks - Spring Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Practical Joint Control - Neutralization Drills Introduction
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Basic drills for Qinna (Chin Na).
4 Soybeans, Anti-Aging Wonder
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So much goodness in such a small package!
5 Learn to Learn
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Change your mind, not your aspirations.
6 A Journey Through Wushu: A student's path of discovery
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The views of a new student of Wushu.
7 Ability Of Your Mind
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The power of mind over matter.
2004 January/February top
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1 Looking Back - Part 1
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's reflections on his challenges, victories, and progress.
2 Basic Kicks - Inside Crescent Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Practical Joint Control Applications
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An introduction to Qinna martial arts.
4 Stress and Fatigue: Some Natural Remedies
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Relieve stress, natually.
5 Taiji 24 Form - Section 8 of 8
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The next installment of learning Taiji 24 form online.
6 Rules - Keeping It Simple
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Assume nothing and take nothing for granted when joining a martial arts school. Here's some basic etiquette.
2003 November/December top
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1 Eat More Like A Martial Artist
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on Eating More Like A Martial Artist
2 Basic Kicks - Outside Crescent Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Improve Your Balance - Part 4 of 4
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Train more to stay on your feet!
4 Falling - Part 2
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Forget doing it gracefully - do it safely!
5 Playing the Air
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For those hard core Tai Chi martial artists, this has nothing to do with rock and roll air guitar.
6 Anti-Oxidants Galore!
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While Qigong can help slow the aging process, so can certain foods.
7 Daoist Qigong - Daoist Philosophy and Training Concepts
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Learn this powerful Qigong method for health and spirituality.
2003 August/September top
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1 Eat Like A Martial Artist
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on Eating Like A Martial Artist
2 Basic Kicks - Angled Front Kick and Side Front Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Improve Your Balance - Part 3 of 4
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Train more to stay on your feet!
4 Falling - Part 1
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Forget doing it gracefully - do it safely!
5 A Clarification on Chinese Martial Arts Kinship
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Address your teachers properly.
6 Taiji 24 Form - Section 7 of 8
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The next installment of learning Taiji 24 form online.
7 Morality of the Mind Part 3 - Courage
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Learn to face your fears.
2003 June/July top
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1 Rules of the School
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on Rules of the School
2 Basic Kicks - Forward Front Kick
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Mandatory training at the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute.
3 Improve Your Balance - Part 2 of 4
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Train more to stay on your feet!
4 What is Wushu?
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A special explanation of Wushu from Grandmaster Shou-Yu Liang.
5 Morality of the Mind Part 2 - Endurance, Perseverance, and Patience
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Don't give up!
6 Taiji 24 Form - Section 6 of 8
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The next installment of learning Taiji 24 form online.
7 Vocalization of Sounds
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Now hear what healing and rejuvenation sounds like!
2003 April/May top
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1 Morality of the Mind Part 1 - Will (Yi Zhi)
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You think, you can.
2 Improve Your Balance - Part 1 of 4
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Train more to stay on your feet!
3 Have You Checked Your Basics Lately?
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Make sure your doing it right before moving on.
4 Chui Sound to Ensure Kidney Health
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Something wonderful to more than just your ears!
5 Taiji 24 Form - Section 5 of 8
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The next installment of learning Taiji 24 form online.
6 Yin-Yang Theory
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What is the meaning of balance?
2003 February/March top
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1 A Beginner's Approach to Sanshou
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on A Beginner's Approach to Sanshou
2 Judging in a Sanshou Competition
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How to be a good judge of others.
3 Integrate Your Body Movements - Basic Training Routines (Part 3 of 3)
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In Part 3 of this series, learn another our school's most fundamental Wushu routines.
4 Diamond Push-Ups
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These arm and chest exercises can be quite valuable.
5 Taiji 24 Form - Section 4 of 8
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The long-awaited next installment of learning Taiji 24 form online.
6 A Guideline to Beginning Qigong Training
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How to start internal energy training.
7 Martial Morality (Wude) (Part 5 of 5) - Loyalty
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Know where your loyalties lie.
2003 December/January top
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1 Sanshou: Traditional vs Modern
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on Sanshou: Traditional vs Modern
2 Integrate Your Body Movements - Basic Training Routines (Part 2 of 3)
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In Part 2 of this series, learn one our school's most fundamental Wushu routines.
3 Internal Energy Training in Chinese Martial Arts - An Introduction to Wushu Qigong (Part 2 of 2)
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Ironshirt is something every martial artist should have in their wardrobe.
4 Sanshou Shadowboxing and Combinations
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Can't find anyone to fight with? No problem.
5 A Master's Booklist
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Here are a couple of recommend reads for the internally minded.
6 Liver Qigong - Part 2 of 2
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Vocal medition to heal and cleanse your Liver.
7 Martial Morality (Wude) (Part 4 of 5) - Trust
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Trust us, we know what we're talking about.
2002 October/November top
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1 Sanshou and the Complete Martial Artist
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Sanshou Instructor Ayron Howey's view on Sanshou and the Complete Martial Artist
2 Internal Energy Training in Chinese Martial Arts - An Introduction to Wushu Qigong (Part 1 of 2)
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Find out how Qiqong training can improve your Wushu ability.
3 The Basic Crunch
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Back to basics ab training.
4 Integrate Your Body Movements - Basic Training Routines Part 1 of 3
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So you can do empty stance for five minutes? Great. Now do that five times in these routines!
5 Guidelines for Directing Your Mind (Yi) and Balancing Your Energy (Qi) in Taiji
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Learn how your mind should be correctly focused when practicing internal martial arts.
6 Liver Qigong - Part 1 of 2
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Medition to heal and cleanse your Liver.
7 Martial Morality (Wude) (Part 3 of 5) - Righteousness
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Always do the right thing.
2002 August/September top
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1 Basic Arm Movements (Part 2 of 2)
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Baseball signals never looked like this.
2 Eye Exercises
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Let's work that optic nerve a little harder, shall we?
3 Advice to Beginners
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Advice from the experienced beginner.
4 Basic Push-Up
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Drop and gimme 50!
5 Martial Morality (Wude) (Part 2 of 5) - Respect
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Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.
6 Kidney Qigong Part 2 - Strengthening the Kidneys
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In part 2 of this exercise, you will learn to bolster your Kidneys.
2002 June/July top
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1 Basic Arm Movements (Part 1 of 2)
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These involve more (and are better for you) than just pressing your thumb.
2 Martial Morality (Wude) (Part 1 of 5) - Humility
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Want to impress us? Be humble.
3 Beginner's Mind
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New to martial arts? No? Great! This article is exactly for you!
4 Absorbing Qi from the Sun
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Here's a new excuse for you to spend some time at the beach!
5 Kidney Qigong Part 1 - Elevating the Kidneys
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Feeling low on energy? Perhaps Kidney Qigong can help.
6 Guidelines for Breathing in Tai Chi
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Get the most out of your Tai Chi exercise by being mindful of your breath.
2002 April/May top
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1 Stretch Your Legs for Powerful Kicks
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Warm up your lower body with these Wushu basics.
2 A Beginning - See Where It Leads!
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Instructor Tony Bujas shares a pearl of training wisdom.
3 What is Bagua?
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What is the history and philosophy behind Bagua? Find out here.
4 Si Sound for Nourishing the Lungs
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Please take a deep breath and say, "Si".
5 Six Healing Sounds for Nourishing Life
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Learn the six Qigong sounds that can help revitalize your health.
6 Daoist (Taoist) Qigong
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Daoist masters developed many healing, life prolonging, and spiritual cultivation methods.
2002 February/March top
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1 An Introduction to Cavity Press
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An introduction to pressure points in Chinese martial arts.
2 Bow Stance to Horse Stance Exercise
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Here is a basic Wushu drill to strengthen your legs and improve your form.
3 Preparing Your Upper Body For Action
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What is the traditional Chinese method for warming up your arms? Find out here.
4 Top 10 Guidelines for Taijiquan Practice
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Here are 10 guidelines to improve the visualization and potency of your training.
5 Lung Qigong - Strengthening the Lungs
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Revitalize your lungs with this simple yet effective Qigong exercise.
6 The Yin-Yang and Five Element Theories
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Learn about the two major philosophies that pervade Chinese culture and medicine.
2002 - December/January top
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1 A Show of Spirit
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The 2001 North America Wushu/Kung Fu Championships in Richmond, BC
2 10 Things You Can Do To Produce A Quantum Leap In Your Life Fast
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These are the resolutions to health.
3 Lung Qigong
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Strengthen your lungs with the power of breath.
2001 - October/November top
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1 60 Years of Adventure
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Celebrating Grandmaster Shou-Yu Liang's 60th Birthday.
2 Eat Well to Be Well
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Preventative medicine and natural remedies from the food already in your fridge!
3 Torso Training
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Two simple exercises that can help improve the strength of your abs in only minutes a day.
4 Using Wushu & Tai Chi Principles to Resource Yourself in Dealing with Shock and Trauma
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David Wu shows us how to deal with shock with the methods of Taiji and Wushu.
5 A Taoist Kidney Qigong
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Instructor Tony Bujas teaches "BU LO FA" - Repairing/Tonifying the Leak Method.
6 Qi Permeating Technique
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Learn a simple yet effective technique to clean your system and restore the vital flow of Qi in your body.
2001 August/September top
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1 A New Sport - An Introduction on Wushu Sanshou
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Howie Leung takes a look at the sport of Sanshou and its integration into the 2008 Olympics.
2 Canadian National Wushu Team Selection 2001 in Toronto
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Find out how the Shou-Yu Liang Wushu Taiji Qigong Institute did at this year's tryouts.
3 Pondering
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Instructor Tony Bujas teaches an exercise in imagination.
4 The Roots of Illness Part 2 - Jing, Qi, and Shen
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What are the fundamental causes of disease and illness? Find out in this article.
2001 June/July top
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1 The Roots of Illness Part 1 - Jing, Qi, and Shen
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What are the fundamental causes of disease and illness? Find out in this article.
2 Breathe for Energy
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Instructor Tony Bujas shares a simple way to build your energy.
3 Why Wushu?
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Wushu veteran and sanshou instructor Howie Leung explains the way of Wushu at our school.
4 Start your countdown
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International champion Katrina Leung sends a greeting to fellow athletes around the world.
2001 April/May 2001 top
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1 The Energy Concept in Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Chinese medicine is based upon the balance and flow of Qi. Learn how this energy can affects us physically.
2 Taiji 24 Form - Part 3 of 8
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Learn with instructor Kelly Maclean the second section of this widely practiced Taiji standard.
3 Leg Exercises
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The quadriceps are important not only for kicking and stances, but also balance and control. Find out how to keep them powerful here.
2001 March top
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1 Qigong Training Approaches
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Learn about the 4 major ways in which to exercise and improve your Qi.
2 Taiji 24 Form - Part 2 of 8
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Learn with instructor Kelly Maclean the second section of this widely practiced Taiji standard.
3 Permission
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Instructor Tony Bujas gives you permission to grow.
4 Relaxing the Body and Calming the Mind
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Learn to use sound to physically and mentally relax in this advanced technique.
5 Sanshou's Place in the World of Martial Arts
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Instructor and seasoned competition fighter Ayron Howey shares his view on Sanshou.
6 Shoulder Exercises
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Strengthen your shoulders quickly and easily, Chinese martial arts style!
2001 February top
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1 Major Wushu Stances
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Proper form in Wushu forms.
2 Stretching for Wushu Kicks
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There is a right way and wrong way to warm up for Wushu kicks.
3 Relaxation Techniques
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Stressed out? Here is a simple exercise that will help calm your nerves both physically and mentally.
4 Taiji 24 Form Part 1 of 8
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Learn with instructor Kelly Maclean the first section of this widely practiced Taiji standard.
5 An Introduction to Qigong
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Find out what forces within must balance with the forces without in our lives to achieve maximum health.