Let the river wash away your worries as you practice exercises such as Big Bear, Big Circle, Cloud Hands, Brush Knee and Twist, Drawing the Bow and Clearing the Dan Tian. Movements strengthen the Liver, Gallbladder, and Spleen in TCM, and open the chest, lungs, and mid back. Your mind will feel clear, calm and at ease after this peaceful routine.
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Return to Centre (32 mins)
Imagine a tree blowing in the wind. If the tree has strong roots, it will be stable. When the wind stops, the tree stops moving and “returns to centre.” The idea is to build up your skill to come back to centre. This allows you to weather life’s storms and return to your own solid ground. Movemen...
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10 Minute Horse Stance Practice (16 m...
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Circular Flow (20 mins)
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