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lily006 - ArticlesEffects of QigongAccording to Taoism, the health of our body and mind is dependent upon a clear, strong and balanced flow of qi through the meridian system. Since qigong practice accomplishes just this, it should come as no surprise that the benefits of qigong practice extend to every physical system of our bodies, as well as to the mental, emotional and spiritual aspects of our Being. About Tai ChiChinese martial arts have a long history and possess many schools and styles. Tai Chi is one of the exquisite work of Chinese martial arts and is deeply loved by all for its positive effects in health preservation and self-defense. It is becoming more and more popular in the world with each passing day. Medical QigongQigong is being used as part of the Traditional Chinese Medication in preventive and therapeutic health care. Qi is seen as the vital energy in one's body to maintain life. Qigong will train one to work on physical to control and exercise this energy for own good or if becomes an expert, one can even use qi for treatment. Tai Chi PracticeTai chi is a mind-body practice that originated in China as a martial art. It developed in China in about the 12th century A.D. It started as a martial art or a practice for fighting or self-defense, usually without weapons. Karate SparringKarate sparring, known as kumite, is one of the most important segments of karate training, along with kata and kihon. It is a sort of exercise performed between at least two karate practitioners, using the techniques learned from the kihon and kata. All Martial Arts Styles are UniqueThe martial arts styles can be divided into several categories, depending upon the dominant techniques they expound. Shaolin Style of Kung FuThe Shaolin style, the temple-derived and the family style are the three styles of Kung Fu. The temple style has always been taught in the temple, while the Shaolin styles perfected by the southern temples include White Crane, Tiger, Dragon, Leopard, Snake, and Southern Praying Mantis. Most of these use hand-based fighting styles. About AikidoAikido is popular in all over the world.The three words of its name summarize the essence of aikido as a form of martial art, namely, the joining of the spirit to find the way. Aikido SpiritAikido means "The way of harmony with the spirit" and is considered a non-violent form of martial art. The Aikido spirit is about cultivating relaxation and a serenity throughout everyday life to be able to harness this virtue in actual physical combat. Ryoko Tani - the First Woman JudokaRyoko Tani, the first woman judoka to successfully defend an Olympic title, will compete for a record third consecutive gold at the Beijing Olympics in 2008. She has won two gold medals in the Olympic games, one in the 2000 Sydney Olympics and the other in the 2004 Athens Olympics, both in the 48kg-category. She defeated France's Frederique Jossinet in the final at Athens.
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