This book External Spring, written for a Western audience, explains the essential theories and strategies of Taijiquan and Qigong in an insightful way. It expounds their value in our daily lives as an effective means of combating stresses, strains and illnesses, positioning these disciplines as comprehensive strategies for health, happiness and rejuvenation.
The traditional arts of Taijiquan and Qigong are sophisticated expressions of Chinese martial, health and culture. Rooted in China’s ancient past they are still practiced by many people in China today to achieve good health, mental well-being and a long and active life; commonly called ‘Eternal Spring’.