Bagua Theory

Image Training & Body Models Part 2

八卦掌之四特性/Baguazhang Zhi Si Texing – Baguazhang’s Four Characteristics:

•龍形 – Dragon Shape: 走/Zou-Walking must be smooth, continuous, & circular, guided by the suppleness of the waist

•猴相 – Monkey Appearance: 視/Shi-Watching must be active & engaged, constantly inspecting the Six Paths for any enemy approach

•虎坐 – Tiger Sitting: 坐/Zuo-Sitting must be lively yet rooted, the thighs continuously rubbing during the walk

•鷹翻 – Eagle Turning: 翻/Fan-Overturning must quick & agile, suddenly changing yet firmly decisive in execution

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Uncle Sickness

Hello, I'm your Uncle Sickness. My study of martial arts & Daoist philosophy began in college & has carried through the rest of my life. In that time, I've learned Ba Fan Shou, Tan Tui (10 & 12 Road versions), Taijiquan, Tanglangquan, Baguazhang, & my personal favorite, Xingyiquan. In addition, I've studied a number of popular Qigong styles & meditation techniques.

31 thoughts on “Image Training & Body Models Part 2”

  2. I have not checked in here for a while as I thought it was getting boring, but the last several posts are great quality so I guess I will add you back to my everyday bloglist. You deserve it my friend 🙂

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