Exercises for Healing and Fitness

Tai Chi Chuan Forms

Eight-Section Brocade

By Jiawen Miao

[Why Exercise

Many people exert themselves in ways that might cause some physical problems. These exertions could be either physical or spiritual. Some people work at computers all day long and some have to stand all day by machines. Those who drive each day sit on seats for hours with their hands on steering wheels. Business persons, who travel often, do not have a regular time to take their meals. All of these people suffer from certain tensions which cause fatigue. Fatigue can only be prevented or cured through exercising. Therefore, exercises are very important for a happy life and for maintaining efficiency in working.

[What Exercise

You could say that the method for dragon fighting is more advanced than the method of bull fighting, actually bull fighting is a lot easier and useful than dragon fighting. Think about how many dragons you will meet in your life time, and how much effort you would have to make for mastering the skill of dragon fighting. The exercises offered here are simple and easy to master. Hence, they are more suitable to the average person who is primarily interested in maintaining good health.

Tai Chi Chuan Forms

Eight-Section Brocade

Reference Books

Simple Fitness Exercises : Traditional Chinese Movements for Health & Rejuvenation

The Tao of Health and Fitness : The Kung-Fu Master's Workout