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Qigong for Health & Vitality [Paperback]

Michael Tse (Author)
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January 15, 1996
In Qigong for Health and Vitality, Michael Tse, a Qigong (pronounced chee-gong) master trained by some of China's finest Qigong practitioners, explains the philosophy and practice of Qigong, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine that combines breathing, posture, and movement to generate internal energy, restore health, and promote a sense of well-being. Qigong for Health and Vitality is the first truly accessible, introductory guide to this three-thousand-year-old for Chinese healing.

Michael Tse now teaches in London, and is adept at presenting Qigong's "secrets" to a Western audience. In this book, he presents the background and philosophy of Qigong, detailing its amazing benefits for stress reduction and in the treatment of such chronic conditions as backache, hypertension, insomnia, asthma, arthritis, and headache. In clear text, and with the help of more than one hundred photographs, he provides step-by-step instructions for two types of Qigong exercises: those that improve balance, flexibility, strength, and circulation (especially good for anyone who sits all day in an office or car); and those that derive from tai chi chaun and are learned as a short "moving program" that increases internal energy (chi) and can be used to treat specific health problems. In addition, Michael Ise explains how to use special Qigong meditation exercises to relax and recharge the body's energy and to enhance its natural ability to heal itself.

Qigong, as taught by Master Tse, is easy and fun to learn and will lead to immediate and long-lasting health benefits.


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In this lucid introduction to the ancient Chinese health exercise known an Qigong, Hong Kong native Tse expertly guides readers through the origins and philosophy of Qigong before offering illustrated, step-by-step instructions. After a discussion of the benefits of Qigong (stress reduction, improved posture, weight loss, etc.), the volume presents clear, sequentially arranged directions for executing the precise movements that mimic animals (e.g., a "peeping" monkey and a flying pigeon) or rely on simple balancing and other continuous actions. Tse concludes with advice on meditation and proper breathing. Readers interested in exploring Eastern forms of exercise should take a look at this one. Sue-Ellen Beauregard

About the Author

Michael Tse, founder of the Tse Qigong Center in London, studied Qigong in Hong Kong and China, where he was accepted as a personal student by some of the country's finest teachers. He now teaches Qigong in London, his current residence, but gives consultations and treatments worldwide.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 144 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Griffin (January 15, 1996)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0312141289
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312141288
  • Product Dimensions: 9 x 7 x 0.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #981,488 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful, May 26, 2000
This review is from: Qigong for Health & Vitality (Paperback)
As a complete beginner to Qigong, I find this an invaluable guide for my daily practice. Michael writes a comprehensive, but not overly lengthy history and analysis of Qigong, then explains with excellent photos and text how to perform each exercise.

Highly recommended for anyone beginning the practice of this effective form of healing.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, better than physical therapy for me!, January 14, 2006
This review is from: Qigong for Health & Vitality (Paperback)
I love this book. When I had neck problems, I went to physical therapy which helped me some. Then I started doing these qigong exercises daily and they helped me so much more than physical therapy and were much more fun. I made them a part of my day and enjoy the easy workout. I can always tell when I do them which muscles are tight, where I might be stiff and sore that day.Doing them makes every day start off a little nicer. Michael's pictures and explanations make sense, you have to give each one time to sink in but they give all the information you need to do them correctly, unlike other qigong books. The more difficult moves have multiple pictures so you really get the idea. I find that if I do all of the exercises in the order he presents them, it is a thorough stretch for each muscle group and by the time I am done, I feel energetic and ready for my day. It doesn't matter how fit or unfit you are, you can do these and benefit from them. As a result of doing these daily for over five years now, I almost never have a sore neck and recently have added Tai Chi to my regimen too, thanks to this book as my start into Chinese Martial Arts. I am so happy I found it, the best one I have seen yet! Five stars for sure. My 80 year old mother uses my book so much I am getting her a copy so I can get mine back, and am giving each of my siblings a copy so they can feel great too.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Great exercises, August 29, 2009
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I really like the Balancing and Tai Chi qigong exercise series that he shares in this book. I find them easy to do and very beneficial. I thought the intro section was a nice introduction to Chinese Medicine and qigong. I recommend this book to my qigong students.
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