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| CHI
and ENERGY |
The energy to which I refer is
the fundamental basis of Chinese medicine, and is often described in
English texts by many different terms, such as Chi, Ki, Qi, Life Force,
Spirit, Energy. I choose to use the terms Chi (in Mandarin) or Hei (in
Cantonese), and have described it at
great length in my books on Chinese medicine.
Chinese thought perceives things on a functional level. Therefore to
understand the concept of Chi, one needs to appreciate all of its
functions. Chi has many different functions and forms, and one notable
author Dr. Manfred Porkert described some thirty two different types of
Chi in detail in his book "The Theoretical Foundation of Chinese
Medicine".
Through proper exercises, breathing, balance, focus, concentration and
spirit, the active combination of this Chi with the martial arts is made
possible, and is an important part of the Hung Gar system training. In
turn, the training and practice of Hung Gar serves to nourish the Chi and
promote health.
The advanced level of training in Hung Gar teaches more of the internal
energy or Chi concepts, although from the very beginning it is emphasized
and introduced. It is often not until after some considerable time that
many students begin to appreciate the usefulness and capability to
understand and utilise the concept of Chi. |
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