Elements of Chi

In China, internal energy (Chi Gung) exercises have been practiced for thousands of years -- for better health, long life, and mental focus. In the West, however, while nearly everyone has heard of "Chi, " most people practice the exercises out of pure faith -- without understanding the underlying concept.Elements of Chi offers a detailed, thorough, and authentic explanation of what Chi is and how it works in a broad range of disciplines -- ranging from Tai Chi, Dao Yin, and Tu Na to chanting and acupuncture.It demonstrates, in fascinating detail, how the principles of Chi are incorporated in all of these systems, and offers dozens of specific exercises that will both help readers improve their own exercise programs -- and provide a better understanding of the workings of Chi.Yan, Gaofei is the author of 'Elements of Chi', published 2003 under ISBN 9780804834384 and ISBN 0804834385.