Hines, Edward
Beginning Bagua: A practical guide to training, form and application
- ISBN 13:
- 9781500630553
- author:
- Hines, Edward
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 206
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Sports & Recreation, Martial Arts, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Beginning Bagua: A Practical Guide to Training, Form and Application is a down-to-earth approach to understanding this martial art. Written with the goal of providing concrete, directly useful information, this book covers the basics of body use stepping, static posture training, Qigong, key movements, striking and throwing applications, circle walking, and how Bagua's intellectual framework applies to martial tactics and general training.
The book is extensively illustrated with photos of solo movements, basic exercises, palm changes, and martial applications. It aims to demystify Baguazhang, making it easier for practitioners to understand the logic behind its abstract movements and develop useful skills. With a straightforward approach based on direct experience, this book can help you avoid confusion and make progress in your training.
As part of a series that will explore aspects of Bagua with increasing detail and an emphasis on practicality, Beginning Bagua is an ideal resource for anyone looking to improve their martial arts skills or simply learn more about this unique style.