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The real starting point for me!
This is the book that began everything I've ever learned about Chi and meditation! I have been training for ten years now! I initially picked it up because I wanted to learn the INTERNAL aspect my Kung Fu teacher(Sifu) hinted at as the true power behind the martial arts. I found it to be an amazing explaination of something intangible (chi) explained with real science by a PhD in Physics. Dr. Yang turned out to be one of the most sincere and highest level of expertise authors I could have ever hoped to find on the subject. I have read many other authors on the subject, which he (humbley) encourages you to also, and I still haven't found anything that connects with more substance and no fluff than Dr. Yang's. This is the perfect starting point for someone who may just want to find out if they could meditate and bring more depth to their natural hobbies and sports. Go For It!

Thank Goodness for QiGong
This book was my intro into QiGong and after 10 years I can see how the standing form has helped me become the successful person I am today.

I know this is going to sound a bit silly but, who needs viagra if youve got QiGong. Every time i see a commercial on TV or hear one on the radio Im thinking what a waste of money. The Da Mo style has provided for me. ;^)

Its also is great for weight lifting and working out or just getting out of bed in the morning. And it works wonders for evening out your temper, assuming you have one.

Sorry to be so basic about it but Ive gotta give credit where credits due. Thanks qigong, thank you all things and thank you Dr. jwing Ming.

Beware, Major typo.
During the section on Nei gung, the illustration shows the ming men point in the wrong place (way too high-opposite the heart.)
In his Tui Na section it is correct. This could lead to problems for the beginner. Enjoyed the rest of it though, and will keep it in my library.

Useful introduction to Quigong, if a bit erratic.
This book is not going to be the only Quigong book in your library. However, it is a useful one.

Simply, it's an introduction to Quigong in various forms, from exercises to medicine to martial arts. It's not the most consistent book, and there are times where one may wish for more detail or less. However, there's also enough good material on breathing, exercises, history, and what to expect when you get deeper into Quigong that it's worth the price.

If you're an experienced practicioner, it's probably not worth your time, though it may be good for helping others start out.

One of the very best chi kung books to buy!
Many years ago, when I was sweating and groaning my way through a daily karate class, I was exposed to chi kung. This book was my first text. The instruction, both text and photo, is exceptionally clear. You will find the Eight Piece Brocade and the Twelve Moving Forms, each of which make a wonderful physical work-out, even if you aren't particularly interested in all that chi-stuff. There is also a set of standing chi kung forms which are very good for learning to notice and direct your chi. The martial section was fun to read as was the section on Chinese yoga.

I used to get pretty banged-up in that karate program, because I was a middle-aged mom in there with a bunch of teens and young men. Every night, I would do these chi kung exercises to get rid of the pain and bruises so I could get back to class the next day. Yes...it works! I am not doing karate any more, but have pursued chi kung through the years. This book is a magnificent introduction to the subject. It's all business; no new-age drivel anywhere.