Tai Chi Ruler: Chinese Yoga for Health and Longevity - Softcover

Dunn, Terry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0938045148 ISBN 13: 9780938045144

Publisher: Dragon Door Pubn, 1996

Synopsis

The T'ai Chi Ruler stands as a unique system utilizing a unique tool- the wooden T'ai Chi ruler. It is an ancient system of Ch'i-Kung and martial exercise that develops internal energy through a series of seven powerful meditations. Unlike many disciplines with a narrow focus the T'ai Chi ruler will improve and enhance the practice of any other T'ai Chi form or any form of martial art. these uses of the unique device will appeal to martial arts and T'ai Chi enthusiasts; Ch'i-Kung Yoga and meditation practitioners; students of Asian philosophy; and chiropractors, acupuncturists, and massage therapists.

About this title

About the Author

Terrence Dunn was born in 1954 and immigrated with his parents from Hong Kong to the United Stated when he was a child. With more than eighteen years experience and instructor’s credentials in three schools of kung-fu (Tao Tan Pai, Sil Lum Five Animals, and Six Harmonies/Eight Methods), Terry creates greater awareness of these cultural treasures through his T’ai Chi for Health school, numerous publications, and Interarts Video. A senior student of t’ai chi ch’uan master Abraham Liu, he teaches t’ai chi ch’uan, Taoist yoga, and healing arts in Los Angeles, California.

Review

T'ai Chi Ruler: Chinese Yoga For Health And Longevity presents an ancient form of Taoist ch'i-kung, using a specially carved wooden dowel, or ruler, held between the palms. The ruler acts as a focusing device to integrate mind and body. Eight internal exercises coordinate movement, breath, mind and vision. Regular practice builds vitality and strength, while improving posture, respiration, circulation, and neuro-muscular control. A complete yoga system, t'ai chi ruler adapts to individual exercise and therapeutic needs. Advanced students practice at respiratory rates of two breaths per minute, with complete relaxation, to dynamically complement their t'ai chi chuan or other martial art. Beginners use the ruler as an easy-to-learn and simple-to-perform set of invigorating, yet calming exercises. Others may use it as a "gymnastic medicine" to recover from illness or severe stress. The core exercises can even be practiced lying down, for those special health challenges. -- Midwest Book Review

Edition details

• Publisher: Dragon Door Pubn
• Publication date: 1996
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0938045148
• ISBN 13: 9780938045144
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 128