One of the key training methods, but perhaps the least understood, the practice of San Ti Shi allows one to actualize the body's intrinsic, instinctual energy and to connect with the Original Spirit ( Yuan Shen ).
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The final section of this book presents San Ti Shi, the fixed standing ( Zhan Zhuang) practice unique to Xing Yi Quan. The practice of Tu Na Si Ba is particularly critical to understanding and developing skill in San Ti Shi and Pi Quan (Splitting Fist), the core practices of Xing Yi Quan. Every aspect of Tu Na Si Ba directly connects to the spirit, internal mechanics and martial techniques of Xing Yi Quan. Intent/visualization for each hand maneuver is given which really adds to the depth of technique. Rationale for the treatment is given, along with a discussion of the regional anatomy. I am thoroughly impressed with the descriptive detail and logical approach used by the authors. This combination of inner-directed movement and breathing builds up Qi in the body, while simultaneously strengthening the tendons and bones. I just got my copy of Zheng Gu Tui Na by Tom Bisio and Frank Butler.
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When practicing the gentle, slow movements of Tu Na Si Ba, one effectively "breathes out the old and takes in the new" ( Tu Gu Na Xing). In both martial and Daoist practices, Tu Na refers to breathing exercises associated with self-cultivation. Tu Na literally means "spit out" ( Tu) and "receive" or "accept" ( Na). Tu Na Si Ba was traditionally only taught to senior disciples, and has never before been written about in English or Chinese. Hence, it is completely congruent with Daoist Yang Sheng (nourishing life) practices. Li Gui Chang's expression of Xing Yi Quan is sometimes referred to as the Xing Yi "Body Method," because of its emphasis on subtle internal body actions and internally sensing Qi and Jin. Li studied Xing Yi Quan and Ba Gua Zhang with the great Dong Xiu Sheng and Tai Ji Quan with Liu Dong Han. Few practitioners have approached Master Li's achievements in Tai Ji Quan and Xing Yi Quan. In Northern China and in Shanxi Province, the purported birthplace of Xing Yi Quan, Master Li Gui Chang is a legendary figure in the world of martial arts. San Ti Shi (Three Body Posture Training). Tom Bisio author of numerous books including Tooth From a Tiger’s Mouth and Zheng Gu Tui Na: A Chinese Medical Massage Textbook shares his insights on treating shoulder pain with acupuncture and Tui Na, Chinese medical massage. Tu Na Si Ba (Four Essential Breathing Forms) Interview With Tom Bisio on Treating the Shoulder This is the first in my Expert’s Interview series. In this unique book, Song Zhi Yong, a senior disciple of Li Gui Chang, reveals the formerly "secret" foundational training which is the key to Master Li's Xing Yi Quan: Tu Na Si Ba - The "Secret" Breathing Methods of Xing Yi QuanĬhinese-English Edition with link to online video of Tu Na Si Ba performed by Master Song Zhi Yong.