A little while ago I was asked to write an article for EDGE LIFE (maga / webzine).  They were interested in the health benifits derived from martial arts practice.  We practice a form of qigong (chi gong) we call the ‘Daoist 5.4′.  The health benefits of qigong touch us in spirit, mind and body (a [...]

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Martial Arts Explorer - Video Podcast
Volume 1 Program 8
In this episode we explore a ’shorthand’ interpretation of a classical form.

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Martial Arts Explorer - Video Podcast
Volume 1 Program 8
In this episode we explore a ’shorthand’ interpretation of a classical form.
Please subscribe to this version of the podcast in iTunes by using this link.

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– Scot

We have been exploring seven principles used to interpret martial arts forms as effective self-defense techniques. As mentioned at the outset, this list is not exhaustive but represents our foundation principles.
PRINCIPLE 7: Mine all Systems for Effective Techniques
It bears repeating that there are a limited number of ways to violate the human body. [...]

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Martial Arts Explorer - Video Podcast
Volume 1 Program 7
A ‘Supported Backfist’ and a ‘Mapping Move’ are explored in this episode.
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Martial Arts Explorer - Video Podcast
Volume 1 Program 7
A ‘Supported Backfist’ and a ‘Mapping Move’ are explored in this episode.