Qianlong's health-preserving techniques

Author: Hu Xiaofei
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Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This book is the result of the author's research on the "Ten Constants and Four Avoidances" of Emperor Qianlong (referred to as "Qianlong" in this book), as well as ancient and modern health practices such as the "Laozi Massage Method," "Sixteen Health Practices," "Eight Pieces of Brocade," "Six-Character Method," "Yijinjing," "Treatise on the Causes and Symptoms of Diseases," "Explanation of Guided Exercise for Health," "Guided Exercise for Health Preservation," and "Sun Simiao's Thirteen Self-Massage Techniques." Based on the application of traditional Chinese medicine theory, modern medicine, and the principles of exercise biology, the author compiled this book after summarizing years of experience in teaching, researching, and practicing health sports. Through years of domestic practice, it has been found that this exercise promotes the unobstructed flow of meridians, balances qi and blood, regulates internal organs, strengthens muscles and bones, enhances physical fitness, improves immunity, prevents high blood pressure and diabetes, and delays aging. It is widely popular among middle-aged and elderly friends. This book can be used as a warm-up activity for traditional physical exercise or as a practice for traditional medical and health care techniques.