Eight Extraordinary Meridian Meditation Method/開通八脈法

Eight Extraordinary-Meridian Meditation Method This set of meditation method was originally designed to be practiced in the sitting postures. However, we find that the standing meditation methods (站樁, Zhan Zhuang) are also quite suitable to the nature of the breathing and meditation training in this internal exercise regime. The standing posture can prevent poor blood and qi circulation which often occur during meditation in the sitting posture. Zhan Zhuang or standing meditation methods have been a crucial part in martial art training as they give good effects such as boosting blood circulation and building muscle strength. Generally, with ten sessions a day (approximately 20 minutes per session), notable effects will be shown within one month. Choose a quiet and well ventilated place for the practice and do a few simple warm up exercises before carrying out the standing meditation. After you are securely footed, do a few rounds of belly breathing, place your focus on your Dantian, and then start the following practice: ...... Note: The "Eight Extraordinary Meridian Meditation Method" is a good training for the Small and Large micro-organ circulation (大小周天 , Taoism theories of Da Xiao Zhou Tian). Familiarize yourself with the pathways before practicing and then add the breathing techniques. If you find completing the pathways in one breath rather difficult, you may separate the pathways into a few breathes. The DVD included in this book gives you a clear demonstration of the pathways in 3D animation. It will be a great visualizing tool for your practice. After completing the dynamic meditation, do a few rounds of belly breathing to rejuvenate your body for added effects.