E-grāmata: Art of Shaolin Kung Fu: The Secrets of Kung Fu for Self-Defense, Health, and Enlightenment

The Art of Shaolin Kung Fu is the ultimate guide to Kung Fu, from theory to practical application.

This unique martial arts book, by a renowned Grandmaster, is a complete and comprehensive introduction to Kung Fu and all other aspects of ancient Shaolin wisdom. You will learn the ancient art of the Shaolin monks from the famous Shaolin monastery. It will prove invaluable to everyone interested in martial arts, chi kung, and meditation, showing how Kung Fu and other Shaolin arts can bring you health, vitality, mental focus, and spiritual joy.

Chapters include:

What is Kung Fu Four Aspects of Kung Fu; The Importance of Force Training; Application for Combat and Daily Living; Kung Fu Philosophy for Deeper Understanding; The Benefits of Kung Fu The Historical Development of Chinese Martial ArtsKung Fu in Prehistoric and Ancient Times; The Glorious Han and Tang; The Modern Period From Shaolin to TaijiquanShaolin Kung Fu; The Various Styles of Taijiquan; Soft and Hard, Internal and External A Comparative Study of Kung FuContrasting Shaolin and Wudang Kung Fu; Xingyi Kung Fu and Taoist Concepts; Tanglangquan or Praying Mantis Kung Fu; The Spread of Southern Kung Fu Defining Aims and ObjectivesSetting Aims for Kung Fu Training; Personal Objectives; Course Objectives The Foundation of Shaolin Kung FuInheritance from Past Masters; Various Shaolin Hand Forms; Basic Shaolin Patterns From Form to Combat ApplicationThe Four Directions of Attack; The Principles of Effective Combat; Specific Techniques Against Kicks Combat Sequences and Set PracticeRelieving Injuries Sustained in Sparring; Composing Your Own Kung Fu Sets Shaolin Five AnimalsUnderstanding Characteristics and Essence; The Five-Animal Set; The Names of the Five-Animal Patterns Five-Animal Combination SetHow to Improve Combat Efficiency; Spacing and Timing in Combat The Internal Force of Shaolin Kung FuThe Relationship Between Technique and Force; The Compassionate Art of Qin-Na; The Internal Force of Tiger Claw Tactics and StrategiesUsing Continuous Attack Effectively; A Tactic to Distract Your Opponent; Selecting Strategies to Suit Particular Situations Classical Kung Fu WeaponsStaffs; Whips, Knives and Other Weapons; Light and Heavy Weapons Understanding and Developing ChiThe Various Genres of Chi Kung; Lohan Embracing Buddha; Abdominal Breathing Shaolin Kung Fu and ZenCulitvating Heart, Nourishing Nature; Bodhidharma and Taoism in Zen The Shaolin Way to EnlightenmentAttaining a Focused Mind; Meditation to Train Awareness; Shaolin Kung Fu for Spiritual Development