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Emei Fist

The combat requirements and characteristics of Emei fist / Ren Jiànshè.

Requirements for Techniques: First, techniques should be relaxed, flexible, and devoid of any stiffness. Only by maintaining this state can one remain constantly adaptable and easily neutralize the opponent's force, transitioning from extreme softness to extreme firmness in an instant, thereby maximizing explosive power. Avoid any stiffness or rigidity in techniques. Second, techniques should be delivered elastically. This method allows for maximum speed: when attacking, the strike automatically springs forward, catching the opponent off guard; when retracting, it springs back, making it difficult for them to follow. It also ensures coordination between rapid striking methods and agile footwork, resulting in cohesive and concentrated force.

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February 21, 2024

Bagua Zhang / Xingyi Quan

Untold Secret Two Auxiliary Methods for Practicing Baguazhang

Indeed, routines like the Eight Major Palms are core to Baguazhang, but many fail to realize that basic exercises are also an essential part of Baguazhang. Like the foundation of a skyscraper, although basic training is slow to show results and time-consuming, if it is solid, the main structure will be stable. Therefore, practicing basic exercises is necessary. Although it may seem tedious at the beginning, with real dedication, one can deeply understand and appreciate the essence, which changes one's perception and understanding: masters of Baguazhang from older generations all emphasize the cultivation of basic skills.

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February 19, 2024

Other Martial Art / Xingyi Quan

Incredible Tips on Practice Iron Sand Palm

This training session involves combining the six palm attack techniques learned previously for balanced training on both sides. The goal is to master the six palm strike techniques more smoothly and fluently. Start with slow combination training to understand the connection and the principles of exerting force. As proficiency increases, add strength and speed. Once the patterns are mastered, any palm technique can be combined with another, forming a complete attack combination.

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February 19, 2024

Other Martial Art

Are traditional martial arts routines useful in actual combat?

"For the past five thousand years, Chinese martial arts have been renowned for their practical combat effectiveness. However, why do some people deny the practical combat functionality of traditional martial arts today? Why do some individuals directly refer to Chinese traditional martial arts as 'dance arts'? The main reason lies in the increasing theatricalization of martial arts, especially in the past few decades.

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August 7, 2023

Other Martial Arts / Other Martial Art

Iron Palm in 100 Days, Traditional Training Method & My 40-Day Attempt

As the name suggests, Iron Sand Palm is a type of palm technique trained using iron sand and falls within the category of hard internal martial arts. Among the numerous martial arts schools that exist throughout China, most have their own version of Iron Sand Palm techniques. Although the names may vary, the training methods share similarities and follow certain patterns. In essence, Iron Sand Palm is a hard internal martial art developed by using iron sand and herbal materials as training aids. It is a striking, defensive, and performative palm technique that, with prolonged practice, can break bricks and split stones.

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July 29, 2023

Bagua Zhang / Xingyi Quan

Understand The Beauty of Eight Trigram Palm

The Beauty of Eight Trigram Palm 1. The Beauty of Eight Trigram Palm: Yin-Yang Harmony and Strength-Softness Aesthetics The so-called strength-softness aesthetics of Eight Trigram Palm refers to the inherent techniques and training postures in Eight Trigram Palm's routines that embody strong, majestic, and powerful movements, akin to the wind rushing through a valley or a hungry tiger emerging from the mountains. These expressions are characterized by robust power, dynamic movements like a dragon, and agile changes reminiscent of an eagle. On the other hand, the softness aesthetics in Eight Trigram Palm encompass graceful and ethereal techniques, where movements flow and dissolve like wisps of smoke or soft silken threads. Throughout the entire set of Eight Trigram Palm routines, the emphasis on the softness aesthetics is evident, showcased through movements that resemble mountains, flowing water, twisting, and circular maneuvers.…

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July 23, 2023

Xingyi Quan

36/24 Song Secrets of Eight Trigram Palm (Baguazhang)

Song One: Basic Posture of Baguazhang Chest hollow, top of the head lifted, waist relaxed and sinking, Twisting steps, bending knees, firmly grasping the ground. Shoulders sink, elbows drop, palms extend forward, Fix your gaze on the tiger's mouth. Song Two: Formation of the Basic Techniques of Baguazhang First the elbows, then the overlapped elbows cover the heart, Palms flip and collapse, advancing with the heel. Heel follows the front elbow, combining power, Front and back palms merge into one spirit. Song Three: Basic Footwork of Baguazhang Step with a bent knee, foot extends straight forward, Resembling the movement of grinding a millstone. Flex the knees, twist the hips, pivot on the foot, The leg remains steady from all three sides. Song Four: Balance of Left and Right Techniques in Baguazhang Single Whip is not exceptional, it's suitable to…

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July 23, 2023

Xingyi Quan

Eight Trigram Palm ( Bagua Zhang)and the Way of Health Preservation

The Impact of Eight Trigram Palm on the Musculoskeletal System Eight Trigram Palm emphasizes the principles of "rolling, drilling, expanding, and wrapping" in its practice. This pertains to the changes in force and posture of the upper limbs during exercises. "Rolling" refers to circular revolving arm movements, "drilling" involves both rotating and advancing spiral arm actions, "expanding" requires outward stretching, and "wrapping" involves inward coiling. All four types of movements require the contraction of the upper limb muscles to generate power. During practice, it is necessary to combine rolling and drilling, generating both inward contracting force and outward expanding force. "Qi Zheng Xiang Sheng" refers to the idea that contradictions give rise to forces. All the power in Eight Trigram Palm emerges from the interaction of the four forces—rolling, drilling, expanding, and wrapping—created through the contradictions of qi (energy)…

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July 23, 2023