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Managing Back Pain – You Have Options

August 25, 2024 - Subscribe My goal is to present an education for holistic health to increase longevity and quality of life (hea...
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Managing Back Pain – You Have Options

August 25, 2024 - Subscribe My goal is to present an education for holistic health to increase longevity and quality of life (hea...
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Managing Back Pain – You Have Options

August 25, 2024 - Subscribe My goal is to present an education for holistic health to increase longevity and quality of life (hea...
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Managing Back Pain – You Have Options

August 25, 2024 - Subscribe My goal is to present an education for holistic health to increase longevity and quality of life (hea...
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Managing Back Pain – You Have Options

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Back Pain Management – Book 22

December 09, 2022 - Most people in the United States will experience back pain at some time in their lives. Causes of back pain are many, ra...
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Strengthen Your Mental Tolerance by Understanding the Energetic Structure of the 8 Extraordinar

July 08, 2022 - The 8 Extraordinary Energy Meridians or Vessels By strengthening the physical body through exercise – specific exerci...
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Strengthen Your Mental Tolerance by Understanding the Energetic Structure of the 8 Extraordinar

July 08, 2022 - The 8 Extraordinary Energy Meridians or Vessels By strengthening the physical body through exercise – specific exerci...
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Strengthen Your Mental Tolerance by Understanding the Energetic Structure of the 8 Extraordinar

July 08, 2022 - The 8 Extraordinary Energy Meridians or Vessels By strengthening the physical body through exercise – specific exerci...
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Strengthen Your Mental Tolerance by Understanding the Energetic Structure of the 8 Extraordinar

July 08, 2022 - The 8 Extraordinary Energy Meridians or Vessels By strengthening the physical body through exercise – specific exerci...
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Americans are Severely Vitamin D Deficient

May 30, 2022 - Vitamin D Deficiency at Epidemic Levels The US, and many of the world, have been facing an epidemic of vitamin D defici...
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Excessive Sitting Often Leading to Metabolic Syndrome

May 23, 2022 - Sitting for prolonged amounts of time is as, or more detrimental than tobacco smoking. Most people are beginning to rea...
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WSJ Article Highlights That Cardiovascular Disease Cause More Deaths Every Year, Than Covid-19

May 22, 2022 - “Stopping a Pandemic Deadlier Than Covid” “Cardiovascular disease kills more people each year than Covid at its worst....
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WSJ Article Highlights That Cardiovascular Disease Cause More Deaths Every Year, Than Covid-19

May 22, 2022 - “Stopping a Pandemic Deadlier Than Covid” “Cardiovascular disease kills more people each year than Covid at its worst....
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WSJ Article Highlights That Cardiovascular Disease Cause More Deaths Every Year, Than Covid-19

May 22, 2022 - “Stopping a Pandemic Deadlier Than Covid” “Cardiovascular disease kills more people each year than Covid at its worst....
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WSJ Article Highlights That Cardiovascular Disease Cause More Deaths Every Year, Than Covid-19

May 22, 2022 - “Stopping a Pandemic Deadlier Than Covid” “Cardiovascular disease kills more people each year than Covid at its worst....
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Stress Response Leads to Obesity, Depression and Even More Stress

April 22, 2022 - We all know what stress is, but how does it manifest and what can we do to manage it? If we are to grow a garden, do...
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Stress Response Leads to Obesity, Depression and Even More Stress

April 22, 2022 - We all know what stress is, but how does it manifest and what can we do to manage it? If we are to grow a garden, do...
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Stress Response Leads to Obesity, Depression and Even More Stress

April 22, 2022 - We all know what stress is, but how does it manifest and what can we do to manage it? If we are to grow a garden, do...
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Stress Response Leads to Obesity, Depression and Even More Stress

April 22, 2022 - We all know what stress is, but how does it manifest and what can we do to manage it? If we are to grow a garden, do...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US?

April 19, 2022 - In the words of Dr. Jerome Adams from 2020, the former surgeon general of the United States, “You know what will make yo...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US?

April 19, 2022 - In the words of Dr. Jerome Adams from 2020, the former surgeon general of the United States, “You know what will make yo...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US?

April 19, 2022 - In the words of Dr. Jerome Adams from 2020, the former surgeon general of the United States, “You know what will make yo...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US?

April 19, 2022 - In the words of Dr. Jerome Adams from 2020, the former surgeon general of the United States, “You know what will make yo...
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The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras)

April 10, 2022 - The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras) Chakra is a Sanskrit word that means “wheel.” Chakras and Dimensions are the same th...
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The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras)

April 10, 2022 - The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras) Chakra is a Sanskrit word that means “wheel.” Chakras and Dimensions are the same th...
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The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras)

April 10, 2022 - The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras) Chakra is a Sanskrit word that means “wheel.” Chakras and Dimensions are the same th...
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The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras)

April 10, 2022 - The Seven Energy Centers (Chakras) Chakra is a Sanskrit word that means “wheel.” Chakras and Dimensions are the same th...
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Thai Yoga Massage

January 22, 2022 - Thai massage seems to work heavily with the physical concept of myofascial release, that can be seen in Rolfing and othe...
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Thai Yoga Massage

January 22, 2022 - Thai massage seems to work heavily with the physical concept of myofascial release, that can be seen in Rolfing and othe...
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Thai Yoga Massage

January 22, 2022 - Thai massage seems to work heavily with the physical concept of myofascial release, that can be seen in Rolfing and othe...
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Thai Yoga Massage

January 22, 2022 - Thai massage seems to work heavily with the physical concept of myofascial release, that can be seen in Rolfing and othe...
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Acupressure for Common Ailments (online lecture)

January 16, 2022 - Watch my lecture on acupressure, where I discuss the theories and concepts behind TCM, the placebo/nocebo effect, self-c...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US? (1 year later; has anything changed?)

December 30, 2021 - I posted this article of mine almost 1 year ago. I thought it would be interesting to re-post and re-visit to contemplat...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US? (1 year later; has anything changed?)

December 30, 2021 - I posted this article of mine almost 1 year ago. I thought it would be interesting to re-post and re-visit to contemplat...
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Is Better Health a Priority in the US? (1 year later; has anything changed?)

December 30, 2021 - I posted this article of mine almost 1 year ago. I thought it would be interesting to re-post and re-visit to contemplat...
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Heal the Body With the Mind – Heal the Mind With the Body

May 03, 2021 - Heal the Body With the Mind (knowledge of how the body works) Heal the Mind With the Body (skillful practices that enga...
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Heal the Body With the Mind – Heal the Mind With the Body

May 03, 2021 - Heal the Body With the Mind (knowledge of how the body works) Heal the Mind With the Body (skillful practices that enga...
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Root Causes of Chronic Pain

April 27, 2021 - Be well! I teach and encourage people how to live a healthy lifestyle. Learn how this works and relates to your health...
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Root Causes of Chronic Pain

April 27, 2021 - Be well! I teach and encourage people how to live a healthy lifestyle. Learn how this works and relates to your health...
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What is Qi?

April 12, 2021 - Qi is pronounced as “chee” and means “breath” in Chinese. Other definitions are vitality, energy, force, air, vapor. Qi...
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What is Qi?

April 12, 2021 - Qi is pronounced as “chee” and means “breath” in Chinese. Other definitions are vitality, energy, force, air, vapor. Qi...
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What Type of House Have We Built?

March 01, 2021 - It is almost always easier to maintain something than to fix it once it has broken. The same is true for maintaining hea...
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What Type of House Have We Built?

March 01, 2021 - It is almost always easier to maintain something than to fix it once it has broken. The same is true for maintaining hea...
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40 Minutes of Exercise to Offset 10 Hours of Sitting

January 30, 2021 - “Up to 40 minutes of “moderate to vigorous intensity physical activity” every day is about the right amount to balance o...
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Vitamin D Metabolism & Deficiency

January 26, 2021 - Vitamin D Metabolism Vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol is produced in the skin initiated from sunlight UVB radiation or abs...
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Vitamin D Metabolism & Deficiency

January 26, 2021 - Vitamin D Metabolism Vitamin D3 or cholecalciferol is produced in the skin initiated from sunlight UVB radiation or abs...
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The Effects of Exercise on Joint & Bone Strength

January 22, 2021 - The Effects of Exercise on Joint & Bone Strength The joints of our body are composed of two or more bones joining toget...
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The Effects of Exercise on Joint & Bone Strength

January 22, 2021 - The Effects of Exercise on Joint & Bone Strength The joints of our body are composed of two or more bones joining toget...
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Self-awareness Can be Developed

January 19, 2021 - Self-awareness Can be Developed! How aware are you, of seeing yourself for who your truly are? Can you see every line,...
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Self-awareness Can be Developed

January 19, 2021 - Self-awareness Can be Developed! How aware are you, of seeing yourself for who your truly are? Can you see every line,...
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Fight or Flight, Rest & Digest – Managing Stress

January 18, 2021 - Stress in managed within the human body through the nervous system. More specifically the interaction between the sympat...
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Can You Easily Stand on One Leg?

January 13, 2021 - Can you easily stand on one leg? Why would you even care to do this? If you can easily stand and balance on one leg for...
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Poor Diet – A Root Cause of Illness

January 11, 2021 - We really need to move beyond the thought that we can eat whatever the heck we care to, with no consequences. US Obesity...
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Poor Diet – A Root Cause of Illness

January 11, 2021 - We really need to move beyond the thought that we can eat whatever the heck we care to, with no consequences. US Obesity...
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Slower Breathing & How Physiologically it is a Key Component in Longevity

January 07, 2021 - How Deep Breathing Affects Your Health Deeper breathing is a key component to having a long and healthy life. Through f...
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Slower Breathing & How Physiologically it is a Key Component in Longevity

January 07, 2021 - How Deep Breathing Affects Your Health Deeper breathing is a key component to having a long and healthy life. Through f...
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Happy New Year! Now get to work.

January 02, 2021 - Happy New Year! New Year’s resolutions are seldom kept. Rather, make a promise or commitment to yourself to maintain a...
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Happy New Year! Now get to work.

January 02, 2021 - Happy New Year! New Year’s resolutions are seldom kept. Rather, make a promise or commitment to yourself to maintain a...
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Protect Your Bones With Tai Chi

November 29, 2020 - As people continue to stay indoors more, many are becoming less active and also more susceptible to vitamin D3 deficienc...
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Protect Your Bones With Tai Chi

November 29, 2020 - As people continue to stay indoors more, many are becoming less active and also more susceptible to vitamin D3 deficienc...
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Stay Healthy by Living Healthy

November 28, 2020 - Stay Healthy by Living Healthy Harvard Medical School – recommends taking care of your immune system. Stay healthy by l...
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Stay Healthy by Living Healthy

November 28, 2020 - Stay Healthy by Living Healthy Harvard Medical School – recommends taking care of your immune system. Stay healthy by l...
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Qigong for the Prevention, Treatment, and Rehabilitation of COVID-19 Infection in Older Adults

November 17, 2020 - I have been practicing qigong since I was 16 years old; teaching it since I was 19. I have 1st hand experience that it w...
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Is Modern Western Medicine any better than Traditional Chinese Medicine?

November 15, 2020 - Is Modern Western Medicine any better than Traditional Chinese Medicine? By James Moltzan People in general, do not li...
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Discipline the Mind to Discipline the Body

November 10, 2020 - Self-discipline Can be Developed. Anything of value is always going to require some amount of sacrifice of time, effort...
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BaguaZhang (8 trigram palm)

November 09, 2020 - Bagua, Baguazhang, Bagwa, Pakua, Walking Meditation or “walking of the circle” are all names for this style of Kung Fu t...
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Key points for my classes

November 03, 2020 - Eat healthier – less junk, salt and alcohol. More fruit & vegetables Be more active – get off the couch, away from the...
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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia (bone porosity & bone loss)

October 04, 2020 - Osteoporosis and Osteopenia (bone porosity & bone loss) Are you age 40 or older? If so, you might want to make sure...
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The Meaning of the Yin-Yang Symbol

September 05, 2020 - The Meaning of the Yin-Yang Symbol The yin and yang symbol or taijitu, relates to the day and night association of yi...
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Why Exercise Your Whole Body?

August 29, 2020 - Why Exercise Your Whole Body? “I run everyday, but my knees and back always ache.” “Stretching is great for my hamstri...
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Lecture/Seminars/Discussions

August 25, 2020 - All events below are for a 1-hour lecture/seminar consisting of explanations,question & answer time and various amounts...
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Learning Options

August 24, 2020 - Learning Options Qigong, Tai Chi & Wellness lectures, seminars & discussions. These events are for a 1-hour, consisting...
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How Are You Motivated?

August 20, 2020 - Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation Self-reflection can lead one to contemplate about how they are motivated to accompli...
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Cause & Effects of Sleep Quality

August 19, 2020 - Here is another post digging deeper into: The Importance of a Good Night’s Rest What we do during the waking hours, ofte...
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Daily Energy Flow in the 12 Main Meridians

August 16, 2020 - The Horary Clock (Circadian Rhythm) – 24 Hour Qi Flow Though the Meridians Here is another graphic presentati...
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Americans Get Heavier

August 15, 2020 - A root cause of the health issues in the U.S. is the poor quality of food and the amount we consume. This is complicated...
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The 5 Element Theory

August 10, 2020 - The 5 Element Theory (Wu Xing) Most people are looking for some type of balance and harmony within their lives. Often...
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Consistent Exercise Affects the Body & Mind

August 10, 2020 - “My back is stiff and seems to ache all the time.” “Stretching with yoga and qigong can help this!” “My feet and hands...
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The Small or Microcosmic Circulation

August 06, 2020 - The Small or Microcosmic Circulation The Small Circulation, Small Circle, or the Microcosmic Orbit, is the practice of...
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Basic Shoulder Anatomy & Low Impact Exercises to Increase Strength & Range of Motion

August 06, 2020 - Basic Shoulder Anatomy & Low Impact Exercises to Increase Strength & Range of Motion Often people experience shoulder i...
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How Deep Breathing Affects Your Health

August 04, 2020 - How Deep Breathing Affects Your Health Deeper breathing is a key component to having a long and healthy life. Through f...
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Effects of Stress on the Body

August 04, 2020 - Effects of Stress on the Body Stress effects the emotions. Emotions effect the sympathetic nervous system which ch...
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Benefits of Consistent Exercise

August 03, 2020 - Stay active, eat quality food and manage emotions and stress – 3 key elements to maintaining good health. And it doesn’t...
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Is Our Health Really a Priority in the US?

August 01, 2020 - Ask any citizen in the US if their health and their family’s is a priority and the response will be something like, “wel...
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Neuroplasticity – Reroute, Rewire, Reorganize Your Brain

July 30, 2020 - The brain has the ability to continuously form, change and relocate new neural connections to different neural networks...
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Another graphic representation of the 24 Hour Qi Flow Though the Meridians

July 30, 2020 - The Horary Clock (Circadian Rhythm) Another graphic representation of the 24 Hour Qi Flow Though the Meridians...
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The Horary Clock (Circadian Rhythm) – 24 Hour Qi Flow Though the Meridians

July 28, 2020 - The Horary Clock (Circadian Rhythm) – 24 Hour Qi Flow Though the Meridians Understanding how the human body works a...
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The Back Shu Acuppoints

July 27, 2020 - The Back Shu Acuppoints – There are 12 Back Shu points on the bladder energy meridian, that correspond to each of t...
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24 Yang Style Tai Chi

July 26, 2020 - What are “forms” or “sets” of Tai Chi Exercises? Tai Chi is a powerful art of immense depth consisting of exercise, sel...
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The 12 Primary Energy Meridians & The 8 Extraordinary Vessels

July 24, 2020 - The 12 Primary Energy Meridians & The 8 Extraordinary Vessels Within Chinese Medicine, there exists the theory of the...
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The 36 Noble Stances (moving qigong set)

July 23, 2020 - The 36 Noble Stances Noble stances are a combination of various stances from different styles of Chinese martial arts....
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Deep Breathing Benefits

July 23, 2020 - Breathing Deeper – more than just more oxygen Learning how to regulate the breath is truly one of the key components to...
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Sciatic Pain – What are Some Options?

July 19, 2020 - Sciatic Pain -What are Some Options? This is very similar to my recent post on knee pain. Back, knee, shoulder, neck –...
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