The proposed exercises are derived from ancient movement sequences that, in times when medicine as we understand it today did not exist, were practiced to maintain or restore psycho-physical health.
Regular exercise, combined with proper breathing and a balanced diet, can contribute significantly to making our bodies more efficient, healthy and long-lived.
The exercises have been organized by Master Jia Jingquan in a way that makes them practicable for all ages. Some precautions to follow will be pointed out from time to time.
Foreword:
- The practitioner usually works in a standing position, but if this is not possible, one can practice in a sitting position.
- It is preferable to wear comfortable, non-synthetic clothing. Shoes should be low and without heels.
- The well-ventilated environment should be quiet and possibly silent (watch out for phones).
- It is good to approach the practice with a well-disposed mind, cultivating the ‘confident and joyful attitude of one who is aware that he is working to take care of himself.
- The starting position is common to all exercises.
- Body straight and relaxed, head straight, weight distributed on both feet that are parallel at a distance equal to shoulder width.
- The knees are slightly bent.
- Breathing is abdominal: you inflate the abdomen when you inhale, retract it when you exhale. The mind is calm and quiet.
- During practice look for maximum relaxation in the movement. Only the muscles involved in the exercise work. Unnecessary muscles should remain relaxed.
- In case of joint and muscle problems and pain in general, move slowly and carefully. Once you find your limit, do not try to exceed it. Staying within the range of functional mobility best suited to one’s ability to move properly.
- In case of nausea, dizziness and any other unpleasant signs, do not try to go further. Better to stop immediately and try again, carefully, after a stop. If the problem persists avoid that specific exercise and continue with other techniques.
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