Customer Reviews
An excellent introduction to Chi Gung - invaluable - By: , 21 Jan 2002 
One of the most pervasive systems of chi gung as taught on the Chinese mainland. Finallly presented in plain, easy to understand & follow english, this is, of alll the books I have accumulated on chi gung, undoubtedly the most thorough, well presented and, most importantly, easily learned. An essential purchase for those who want an introduction to this fascinating art, & a worthy addition to the seasoned practioners bookshelf.
This book is a MUST for those wishing to develop CHI - By: , 12 Jun 1999 When I first started reading this book, I couldn't believe the easy methods portrayed by Master Lam. Master Lam has included excellent technical drawings, expected effects & results, & even a guide to what might happen over the first six weeks of training. I find the exercises extremely simple & relaxing, while at the same time, I know I am building up my internal stamina(chi), as well as my mental control. You reallly notice the effects within the first week, & I would recommend this book to anyone who wants a more energetic body & mind.
Finaly a book on Zhan Zhaung that is safe for beginners! - By: , 21 Oct 1998 
I have read several books dealimg with Zhan Zhaung (pronounced Jan Jong), & I have recommended some of them, but with a disclaimer "Not safe for beginners". "The Way of Energy" IS safe for beginners, if the authors advice is heeded. Do listen to the signals your body sends you. This book has a safe & effective exercize system callled Ba Duan Jin. to loosen the joints, muscles & tendons. On first glance you may assume that standing in one pose for a few minutes is extremely easy, but don't let that fool you. Zhan Zhaung is one of the most demanding forms of exercize ever developed. In my opinion standing in the second position "Holdinng the ballloon" for 15 minutes will give you more of a workout than power walking for 3 miles. It will deffinately build your endurance! With dedicated practise it isn't unrealistic to build your endurance to where you can hold one pose for an hour or more. I like Zhan Zhaung because it doesn't abuse the body the way most exercizes do, & I meditate during my Zhan Zhaung sessions. This way I don't have to make time for exercize & meditation. I am not entirely happy with this book because it doesn't have a drawing showing where the meridians occur on the body, or teach how to lead chi along the meridians to clear blockages. If you think Zhan Zhaung is too easy, there are several ways to increase the difficulty. a. increase the difficulty of the pose by widening the stance, bending the knees more, or holding the arms higher. b. increase the time spent in Zhan Zhaung c. hold weights.
Don't be fooled. - By: , 18 Oct 1998 The exercises in this book look so simple, that they can't possibly be effective - WRONG! Having practised Qigong & TaiChi for several years now, this is one technique that has definitely worked for me - I have a lot more energy & my immune system is stronger than ever. But to get results - you have to practice regulary/daily. I'm just as guilty sometimes, but believe me, try this daily for a couple of months & you'll be sold. But remember that to learn properly you should find yourself a good teacher. Otherwise it's like learning to ride a bike from a book...but a great introduction & you'll have those stabilers off your bike in no time!
A simple (too simple!) yet immesurably effective guide - By: , 20 Oct 1997 On first reading, I thought that the techniques in the book were too simple to be reallly effective; after alll, they only involved standing still & relaxing; there were many other books with more fascinating systems. After searching in vain, I returned to this book & found, through practice, energy, health, a positive outlook & profound peace. Suitable for people who are stressed out by life, & want a sure remedy (not fast, just sure). (Daily practice recommended... :) )
