Summary: Meditative movements, focused breathing, and visualization techniques relieve stress symptoms along with boosting stress resilience both physically and mentally. For all fitness levels.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Gaiam 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.714 QUGSummary: Creator of Spring Forest Qigong, Master Chunyi Lin, describes and demonstrates his technique and exercises which are based on the ancient Chinese tradition of Qigong. Several students discuss their experience with Spring Forest Qigong.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: DVD 613.7148 SPRLao-tzu.
Summary: The book examines one of the world's most enduring and influential literary works, the Dao De Jing, through the timeless art of qigong, investigating the original text's relevance for mental, spiritual and physical health practices. In his words, Lao Tzu (or Laozi), author of the Dao De Jing, embodies qigong principles, advocating the cultivation of mind and body. Only when we know qigong can...
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Publisher / Publication Date: YMAA Publication Center 2018
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Creator of Spring Forest Qigong, Master Chunyi Lin, describes and demonstrates his technique and exercises which are based on the ancient Chinese tradition of Qigong. Several students discuss their experience with Spring Forest Qigong.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 1999
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: DVD 613.7148 SPRSummary: Increase flexibility & strength, improve your health & vitality, transform yourself, feel younger & more energized. Tai Chi for beginners is the perfect way to explore and experience the numerous benefits of Tai Chi. These 8 easy-to-follow lessons teach the Tai Chi postures with clear, step-by-step instructions. This ancient, meditative practice of the Yang style 24 posture form is designed to...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Body Wisdom Media 2006
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Publisher / Publication Date: Exercise to Heal 2010
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: A demonstration of qi gong, which combines gentle movements with breathing techniques to stimulate the body's energy for the purpose of promoting resiliency to illness and stress. Movements coverered in program include wuji qigong, swimming dragon, dragon pearl, and bagua xun dao gong. Instructor Francesco Garripoli discusses how he came to practice qi gong.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Gaiam 2008
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7148 QIGSummary: Presents three "body-mind-spirit" workouts designed for maximum benefit in the least amount of time: a morning routine for increased energy (including extended version); an evening routine for relaxation (including extended version); basic routine for health and vitality. Music with or without instruction.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Exercise to Heal 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7148 SEVSummary: "Essentials of Tai Chi and Qigong is a complete introduction to the practice, history, benefits, and philosophy of these immensely rewarding activities. In 24 half-hour lessons, you learn the fundamentals of tai chi and qigong from an internationally renowned tai chi champion and trainer, David-Dorian Ross, who has been practicing tai chi for more than 35 years"--Publisher's website.
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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7148 ESSBarea, Christina J.
Contents: Art and practice of Qigong -- Posture -- Breath -- Intention -- Structuring a qigong routine -- Qigong for internal organ strength -- Qigong for optimal health -- Qigong for stress relief -- Qigong for relaxation.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Human Kinetics 2011
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7148 BARStone, Justin F.
Summary: This form of the oriental meditative movements was originated by Justin Stone. He describes movements and poses for this relaxing form of exercise. This is the form of Tai Chi that is practiced at the Library in Leon Valley.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Good Karma 1996
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 STOYang, Jwing-Ming
Summary: Applying an ancient Chinese healing art to a common health problem, the author presents a variety of Qigong techniques that will alleviate the pain and suffering caused by arthritis.
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Publisher / Publication Date: YMAA Publication Center 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 616.722 YANGarripoli, Garri
Summary: Instruction in qi gong, ancient Chinese breathing exercises for health and relaxation.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: Gaiam 2004
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Place a hold to request this item.Spillane, Lisa.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Singing Dragon 2011
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1 available in Juvenile Easy, Call number: JE Social Emo Spillane 2011Wilson, Stanley D.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Sterling 2007
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.7 WILDavis, Deborah (Deborah Atkinson)
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Publisher / Publication Date: Shambhala 2008
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Terry Dunn leads the viewer through a series of chi kung meditations. These lessons are easy to follow and impart immediate, tangible energizing effects and rejuvenation.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: KOCH Vision 2005
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 613.71 CHIChen, Dawei.
Summary: Music to play in conjunction with chi gong meditation. This majestic weaving of hammered and plucked strings, flutes, delicate percussion and other traditional Chinese instruments is said to stimulate the flow of "chi" in the listener.
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Wind Records 1991
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD NEW AGE CHECohen, Matthew
Summary: Martial arts expert Matthew Cohen presents two complete workouts.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Acacia 2011
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Place a hold to request this item.Evenson, Dean.
Summary: This music creates a peaceful environment to support the healing process. Music is ideal for feng shui, tai chi, acupuncture, qi gong, and other Chinese healing arts. It is also appropriate for meditation, massage, yoga, and relaxation.
Format: sound recording-musical
Publisher / Publication Date: Soundings of the Planet 2000
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1 available in Compact Audio Disc, Call number: CD NEW AGE EvensSummary: Produced in San Francisco, a city rich in Chinese culture, this program explores the ancient healing techniques of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or TCM. Dr. Effie Poy Yew Chow, a registered nurse and one of the foremost experts in TCM, guides students through the philosophy and methods behind various TCM techniques-such as acupuncture, qi gong, and herbal remedies. Viewers will visit a lab that...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009
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Summary: The aim of these lectures is to make viewers feel welcome and comfortable in the company of paintings. By focusing on 65 masterpieces of Western painting, Professor William Kloss offers a vivid, visceral encounter with genius, shining light on the unique technical, stylistic, and expressive achievements of each painting. From the 14th century to the 20th, the images are examined for their...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Teaching Company 2010
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: Great DVD 759 World 2010Summary: "Ying Zheng, the King of Qin, has one driving ambition: to unify China's seven kingdoms into one magnificent empire. Impressed by her lover's convictions, Lady Zhao helps Ying Zheng concoct an assassination plot that would justify the conquest of Qin's most powerful enemy"--Container.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Columbia TriStar Home Video 2000