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BaguaZhang, Baguachang, Pakua
“Ba Gua” means eight trigrams in Chinese. Trigrams are the symbols depicting natural phenomenon as described in the “I Ching”(Book of Changes) a classic book of Chinese philosophy. Balance and harmony are reoccurring themes in the “I Ching” and in Bagua practice. In theory, one could affect their health or self-defense based upon the knowledge of continuous changes as applied to different situations. Zhang translates to “palm” which the open palm is emphasized with this type of training.
Baguazhang, Bagwa, Pakua, Walking Meditation or “walking of the circle” are all names for this style of Kung Fu training. Bagua is an internal developing style similar to Tai Chi and Hsing-I. Tai Chi is often considered to be the softest, Bagua somewhat harder and Hsing-I the hardest style of the three main internal styles. Hard and soft refer to the control applied to the various movements practiced. Bagua develops stability in motion amongst many other things. There are various versions such as Cheng, Chung & Emei styles of Baguazhang.
Practicing Bagua walking positions, body postures and changes (transitional movements) enables you to move your body like a spring, being flexible and light but having a lot of strength and power behind your movement. This would be similar to moving as light and smooth as a feather but having the strength and speed of a bear. Attaining certain postures, holding that position and moving from one to another, is essential for the body to develop. Proper breathing is important in the development of internal strength and has to be in tune with each movement.
Baguazhang, Bagwa, Pakua, Walking Meditation or “walking of the circle” are all names for this style of Kung Fu training. Bagua is an internal developing style similar to Tai Chi and Hsing-I. Tai Chi is often considered to be the softest, Bagua somewhat harder and Hsing-I the hardest style of the three main internal styles. Hard and soft refer to the control applied to the various movements practiced. Bagua develops stability in motion amongst many other things. There are various versions such as Cheng, Chung & Emei styles of Baguazhang.
Practicing Bagua walking positions, body postures and changes (transitional movements) enables you to move your body like a spring, being flexible and light but having a lot of strength and power behind your movement. This would be similar to moving as light and smooth as a feather but having the strength and speed of a bear. Attaining certain postures, holding that position and moving from one to another, is essential for the body to develop. Proper breathing is important in the development of internal strength and has to be in tune with each movement.
Bagua is the epitome of stability while in constant motion. Generating vital energy within the human body for health or self-defense benefits. This is achieved through correct posture, technique and meditation (focused thought). After consistent practice, an individual might be able to adjust different body functions, such as breathing, digestion, blood pressure and heart rate. All aspects of self-defense skills can be enhanced from understanding of the philosophy and the physical movements of Bagua prac-tice.
Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are included within Bagua training, helping to relieve stress, lower blood pressure, massage of the internal organs. Chemical releases occur which promote relaxation and tranquility as well as balancing out the body’s metabolism.
Aerobic and anaerobic exercises are included within Bagua training, helping to relieve stress, lower blood pressure, massage of the internal organs. Chemical releases occur which promote relaxation and tranquility as well as balancing out the body’s metabolism.
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