A Complete Guide to Chi-Gung (Paperback)

by Daniel Reid (Author) "Chi-gung is an ancient Chinese system of self-cultivation developed specifically as a means by which each individual may take full personal responsibility for protecting health,..." (more)
Key Phrases: emitted chi, deep diaphragmic breathing, elixir field centre, Three Treasures, Microcosmic Orbit, Tai Chi Chuan (more...)

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"Virtually everything one needs to know about the practice of chi-gung."—NAPRA Review

Product Description
Chi-gung, which literally means "energy work," is a system of cultivating health, vitality, and longevity that is based on the fundamental principles of Taoism and the laws of nature. Practiced by the Chinese for thousands of years, chi-gung works with the energy found in all living things to help rid the body of the imbalances that sap our strength and give rise to disease. The simple, meditative movements, breathing exercises, and massage techniques that are the basis of chi-gung can be practiced by anyone, regardless of age or physical fitness.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 326 pages
• Publisher: Shambhala (March 7, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570625433
• ISBN-13: 978-1570625435
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #333,664 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and responsible introduction to chi gung., February 23, 2002

By	"froghollow5" (Puget Sound area, USA) - See all my reviews

I was introduced to the practice of chi gung through the writings of Daniel Reid--this book and another on traditional Chinese medicine.

The descriptions of the exercises are the best of any of the books I have read since (about 8), and the practice routine he includes is extremely well-structured and beneficial. I have been doing this routine daily for about 6 months, and have enjoyed numerous substantial benefits from it. No other author I have found has provided such a complete workout routine. I have continued to use it as a basis for additional material I have learned from other sources.

I am most grateful that Mr. Reid, among others, has been willing to make this information available to us in print.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Single Book on Chi-Gung, January 3, 2009

By	Rich S. "Rich S." (Long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

I've been into Chinese Gong-fu, the mind and Chi-gung for over 25 years now. Having read scores of books on the subject including the mind, martial arts, herbs, healing, acupuncture and more..this book by Daniel Reid, which is also known as "Harnessing the Power of the Universe" is one of the most amazing I've ever read.

He takes you through the history, theory, practice and goals of Chi-gung with some of the most fantastic and clear writing I've ever seen. I own several of his other works including the Tao of Health, Sex and Longevity, The Complete Book of Chinese Health and Healing, The Tao of Detox, Chinese Herbal Medicine and others.

The book is very well researched and written and takes you from the beginning and history of Chi-gung all the way up to the fantastic powers and achievements of the monks and beyond.

While this is not so much a how to book as a serious book sharing the knowledge of chi-gung itself, he does include a solid section of various meditations, physical exercises and other chi-gung techniques showing the steps with numerous diagrams and clear instruction on their practice.

This is a book that I enjoy reading over and over again and I recommend it to friends and students alike.

www.chinesehealthandfitness.com

0 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars It's ok, January 4, 2008

By	H. Quade "harryq" (Baltimore,MD) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Seems this may just be one style of Chi Kung? For I not seen certain forms that I do use,and he focus so much on Taoist. Which he should of explained the title better as Complete Tao Chi Gung insteade. So the title is misleading. But the book is ok,little confusing than what I Iwas use to reading. So its ok to add to your collection. Good to know that all Qi Gong practice are not the same,but same goals.