Within the context of a larger discussion of Dao Yin and with step-by-step instructions and photographs, Damo Mitchell describes the Dragon Dao Yin exercises - Awakening, Swimming, Soaring and Drunken - a set of four short sequences designed to work with the subtle energies of the spine and lead pathogenic energies out of the body. The concept of the spine and how to wake it up is central to the book, and stagnation and the flow of Qi; breathing patterns and the extension of Yi; and opening the joints are also discussed. The author explores the important distinction between Qi Gong and Dao Yin, and covers the theory, history and development of Dao Yin exercises, as well as the relationship between Chinese medical theory and Dao Yin training.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Foreword by Dr Ole Saether. Preface. 1. An Introduction to Dao Yin and Health. 2. The Jing Body. 3. The Nature of Pathogens. 4. Dao Yin Principles. 5. Beginning Dao Yin: The Four Walks. 6. Intermediate Practice: The Four Sequences. 7. Advanced Practice: Enter the Dragon. 8. Moving into Nei Dan. About the Author. Glossary of Terms. Appendix of Meridian Points from Book.
