Learning Sequences

We’re now learning Long Fist and White Crane sequences….lots of pain and lots of fun. I like Long Fist…even though I’m shorter and Long fist is ideally for taller people. White Crane is awesome though, pure bad ass. Of the 2 Styles I think at this early stage I do better at Long Fist but I prefer White Crane. High level White Crane jing is crazy to watch and even crazier I’m sure to be hit with. We’re getting punching bags soon so we’ll be practicing our jing on them. Gotta condition the fists and get used to jinging it up on the bags…and later on each other lol.

My Magazine Article

A few months ago I submitted an article to Kung Fu Tai Chi Magazine titled The Ability to React: Essential Training in Martial Arts. This past month it got published! Jon took the pictures for me as I did for him with his article. At the moment I’m working on another article and should be done within the next couple weeks.



(July/August issue of Kung Fu Tai Chi Magazine)

Mr. Meowgi....The Killer!

Our pup Xiao Hu (Little Tiger) now has a little kitty friend…well, we’re hoping they become friends. Xiao Hu wants to play with the kitty but the kitty seems a little suspicious. They are both very curious of each other so I think in time they’ll become good buddies.
The Cats name is Mr. Meowgi the Killer (Or Killer for short…or Mr. Meowgi for short depending on the moment lol). He’s an awesome little guy, really affectionate and friendly. But like Xiao Hu, don’t let his friendliness fool you. He’s to become a trained killer…of mice.



(Jon took this picture....I havent taken any yet so I stole this one. Thanks Jon!)



(Ok so I finally took a picture...Xiao Hu is such a happy pup he just wants to play and have fun, He doesnt even notice Killer glaring at him in the background, plotting his next attack)

Question about Qigong

Everyday after training my disciple brothers and I sit together with Shifu for a group discussion. We discuss many things related to martial arts, qigong, meditation, life and just general questions or thoughts we may have. Recently I posted on my blog an invitation for anybody interested in participating in these discussions to submit any questions they would like me to bring up.

One such question I received: How might qigong exercises and herbs help in treating or curing depression, phobias, low energy states, low spirit, self pity etc. Do ancient Qigong documents offer any advice?

Qigong exercises including massage are beneficial in promoting the smooth flow of energy throughout the body resulting in a better sense of well being. Qigong and exercise in general all help the blood (and qi) to circulate throughout the body and promote various “feel good” chemicals released in the brain. Qigong, massage and various forms of exercise can all be good steps in lifting our mood developing a sense of well being.

In addition to Qigong, it is important to develop a calm, stable mind. Often we can get caught up in certain patterns of thinking that lead to disruptive, negative, mental and emotional states. It is important to develop an awareness of how our thinking influences how we feel, and make the necessary changes. Shifu therefore strongly recommends daily meditation as well as the study of philosophy to both cultivate a peaceful and stable mind and develop a healthy view of ourselves and the world. Qigong Embryonic Breathing Meditation by Dr. Yang is a recommended book on meditation.