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7 Minutes of Magic |
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Recharge Your Body Each Day with Qi Gong
Lee Holden - Author
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| Book: Paperback | 8.26 x 5.23in | ISBN 9781583333150 | 19 Jun 2008 | Avery | 14 - AND UP years |
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A blend of Eastern movements rooted in qi gong and Western fitness, 7 Minutes of Magic offers the perfect total workout to dramatically change your energy and fitness levels each day. In the morning, the seven-minute sequence wakes up the body with flowing movements and stretches designed to charge the muscles with energy and help focus the mind for the rest of the day. While in the evening, the exercises clear stress and calm the mind for sound sleep. In addition, Holden provides breathing techniques, nutritional tips, and advice on simple lifestyle changes throughout the day to increase vitality.
Complete with more than 125 step-by-step, black-and white photographs, variations for more targeted workouts, and additional routines for more relaxed weekends, with 7 Minutes of Magic readers will start feeling their best today.
• More than one million Americans practice qi gong.
• Lee’s 7 Minutes of Magic DVD is featured on PBS pledge drives nationwide.
Signs and Symptoms of Stress on the Body:
- Tight muscles and body aches
- Fatigue, lethargy
- Shallow, short breathing
- Chest tightness, rapid pulse
- Heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea, constipation
- Dry mouth and throat
- Excessive sweating, clammy hands, cold hands or feet
- Skin irritations, eczema
- Nail biting, fidgeting, hair twirling
- Lowered libido
- Overeating or loss of appetite
- Insomnia, excessive dreaming
- Increased use of alcohol and drugs
Psychological Signs of Stress:
- Frustration, irritability, anger
- Impatience
- Worry and anxiety
- Sadness, depression
- Insecurity, fear
- Panic attacks
- Moodiness, emotional instability
- Intrusive and racing thoughts
- Memory Lapses, difficulty concentrating
- Indecision
- Loss of a sense of humor
The Routines:
The morning and evening routines mirror movements of nature and the natural rhythms of the body to build energy and vitality. There is no lack of energy in nature, only cycles and rhythms. These flows are designed to get you connected to your inner cycles and rhythms (p. 37).
7 Minutes of Magic in the Morning
The morning routine wakes the body up as nature comes to life, so you can change your body with the energy of life itself. See the morning sequence below:
- Core Flow
- Upper Body Flow
- Lower Body Flow
- Full Body Flow
- Energy Flow
- Breath Flow
- Mind Flow
7 Minutes of Magic in the Evening
The evening routine clears stress and tension, calms the mind, and prepares the body for deep, restful sleep. See the evening sequence below:
- Spinal Flow
- Upper and Neck Flow
- Lower Back Flow
- Downward Flow
- Seated Flow
- Lying Flow
- Joy and Gratitude flow
“By skillfully blending the ancient tenets of Eastern disciplines into our Western lifestyle, 7 Minutes of Magic gives us the key to a long, healthy, and happy life through an enjoyable and accessible fitness program.”-Nicholas Perricone, M.D.
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