{"product_id":"the-way-of-energy-a-gaia-original-paperback","title":"The Way of Energy: A Gaia Original - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eLam Kam Chuen\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFor centuries, the Chinese exercise system called Chi Kung has been shrouded in secrecy. \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Energy\u003c\/i\u003e is the first comprehensive guide to the most powerful form of Chi Kung ever developed--\"standing like a tree\".\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA gentle, yet profoundly beneficial form of exercise, which requires very little movement, this form of Chi Kung unlocks deep reserves of energy builds internal stamina, strengthens immunity, relieves chronic illness, and promotes the natural regeneration of the nervous system. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUsing step-by-step instructions and more than 100 drawings and full-color photographs, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Energy\u003c\/i\u003e tells how to: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e-perform the entire sequence of rejuvenating positions\u003cbr\u003e -combat stress by practicing Chi Kung while standing, sitting, working, playing, and even sleeping\u003cbr\u003e -prevent and treat a wide range of common ailments \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eContinuing our best-selling series of books for mind and body which includes \u003ci\u003eThe Sivananda Companion to Yoga, The Dance Workshop, \u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Book of Stress Survival, The Way of Energy\u003c\/i\u003e will help you achieve physical fitness, mental clarity, and a profound inner strength and vitality.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaster Lam Kam Chuen is a recognized master of the arts of Tai Chi and Chi Kung, and a practitioner of traditional Chinese medicine. He was born in Hong Kong shortly after World War II and at a very early age began training in Chinese martial arts. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eStudying under masters such as Lung Tse Chung and Yim Sheung Mo (both of whom were disciples of Ku Yue Chang, known throughout China as \"The King of Iron Palm\"), he was trained in Choy Lee Fut, Northern Shaolin Kung Fu and Iron Palm, as well as Tai Chi. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eHe then studied Chinese medicine, becoming a qualified bonesetter and herbalist, and opened a school and clinic in Hong Kong. He also undertook the study of Chi Kung, a system for the cultivation of internal energy in the body. Using his medical skills and his knowledge of Chi Kung he began to develop a new form of Tai Chi, now known as Lam Style Tai Chi. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eMaster Lam came to the West in 1976 when he became the first Tai Chi instructor appointed to teach in the Inner London Education Authority. In 1987 he gave the first European demonstration of the art of Zhan Zhuang Chi Kung, which he studied in Beijing under Professor Yu Yong Nian, the world's leading authority. He now teaches and practices medicine at The Lam Clinic in London's Chinatown. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eFollowing the widely acclaimed BBC series, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of the Warrior\u003c\/i\u003e, Master Lam was invited to act as consultant to the sequel publication, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Harmony.\u003c\/i\u003e This was followed by his ground-breaking work published by Gaia Books, \u003ci\u003eThe Way of Energy, \u003c\/i\u003e introducing the Zhan Zhuang system of \"Standing Like a Tree\".\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 192\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.59 x 9.29 x 6.52 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 15, 1991\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51756859195680,"sku":"9780671736453","price":26.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/717c524123b7698f7cff5069cc169c3d.webp?v=1780088107","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/the-way-of-energy-a-gaia-original-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}