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Fitness Study Guides

When I first started taking fitness classes (martial arts) I realized that what I was learning was quite unique and valuable. So I started taking real good notes to help me remember and practice on my own, which led to little sketches and diagrams. Once I started teaching professionally, I became creative in producing study guides relative to the curriculum and concepts that I was offering. I handed these out for free to my students and then later decided to market and sell them along with booklets, posters and laminted charts. I feel this information is part of the next wave of fitness, that is at the cusp of becoming more mainstream within the United States. More people are pursing alternate methods of fitness as they become more educated that ultimately the individual is responsible for their own health care.

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I am eagerly pursuing new avenues and network connections to grow a community of like-minded individuals who have an open perspective to improve their mind, body and spirit to their fullest potential. Classes, lectures, seminars and demonstrations are all opportunities that I offer to showcase this valuable library of health related methods.

More information can be found at my website at http://www.MindAndBodyExercises.com or contacting me directly at info@MindAndBodyExercises.com

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Class Curriculum for August 2018

Group follow-along classes for this month of August will be the 8 Pieces of Brocade, bottle exercises and more of the Chen style Tai Chi Laojia. Come on out and join us or inquire about private or semi-private lessons either in my Wekiva neighborhood, or possibly your workplace. Contact Jim at 407-234-0119 or info@MindAndBodyMartialArts.com

Group Classes held at Winter Park Presbyterian Church, 400 S Lakemont Ave., Winter Park, FL. Mondays & Fridays, 11:30am-12:30pm.

 

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Exercise Sets – the 36 Noble Stances

So far this month, the local Wekiva class has been working on exercises from the following sets:

The 36 Noble Stances
Noble stances are a combination of various stances from different styles of Chinese martial arts. Stances, in this case, meaning correct placement of the feet, knees, hips, and arm positions relative to ones center of gravity. Executing static positions and holding the particular body positions for anyway from a few seconds to several minutes reaps many benefits foremost being able to cultivate a strong and healthy core.
8 Pieces of Brocade
These exercises and methods have been practiced and studied for hundreds of years to help maintain good health, prevent and sometimes cure diseases, to calm the mind, and uplift the spirit of the person performing them. Ancient literature shows and explains body postures and exercise routines similar to the Eight Pieces of Brocade, but dating back roughly 2,100 years.
Meridian Exercises
There are twelve main medians and 8 other special meridians within the human body. Meridians are similar to electrical wires or nerves. They run from the top of the head to the tips of the toes and fingers. Each meridian is associated with an internal organ. When there is a lack of energy flow or blockage within the meridians, health problems can arise. Through proper diet, exercises and life style, it is possible to keep the chi (energy or life force) flowing through the meridians. These exercises help to increase this flow in addition to enhancing strength, flexibility, range of motion and balance.
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Go to http://cadgraphics.zenfolio.com/p577013064 to see other sets of exercises for upcoming classes

Opening the Small Circulation (Microcosmic Orbit)

The Small Circulation, Small Circle, or the Microcosmic Orbit, is the practice of circulating one’s internal energy (Qi or chi), within the human body. The illustration below represents the awareness of energy flow throughout the Governing and Conception meridians; in this case, the fire path. These meridians are located on the center line of the body and in turn govern and regulate the other meridians. This practice has been considered to be the foundation of Internal Qigong.  It was a fundamental step on the path of meditation training in ancient times. Over time, this practice has gradually been lost from many meditation traditions, and its importance diminished. Though meditation is popular today for relaxation, stress relief and general health, the ultimate goal for some people, is spiritual awareness and enlightenment. Small Circulation Meditation transform the body from weak to strong while training the mind to be calm and focused.

February Classes – 36 Noble Stances (stance training)

The Senior Health & Wellness class at Winter Park Presbyterian focused on the 36 Noble stance set.
 
 
 
 

 

Noble stances are a combination of various stances from different styles of Chinese martial arts. Stances, in this case, meaning correct placement of the feet, knees, hips, and arm positions relative to ones center of gravity. Executing static positions and holding the particular body positions for anyway from a few seconds to several minutes reaps many benefits foremost being able to cultivate a strong and healthy core.