Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
Arnis doesn’t avoid stress—it trains it. Through patterned striking, rhythm, and focused weapon work, practitioners learn to stay calm and...
A simple congee recipe adapted for arid and high-desert climates, supporting hydration, digestion, and recovery for qi gong practice in...
Arnis is more than a combat art—it’s a lifelong practice. This article explores how Filipino martial arts support joint health,...
Pro Arnis
Discover the dynamic world of Filipino Martial Arts—Arnis, Escrima, and Kali—in this beginner’s guide by Hal Winthrop. From stick and...
Discover the breadth of Filipino martial arts—from regional styles and weapon systems to modern training culture—culminating in the rise of...
Mindanao is one of the cultural heartlands of Filipino Martial Arts. This article explores how history, blade culture, war dances,...
Qi Gong
Discover how qi powers every cell—and how qi gong healing restores energy, reverses fatigue, and supports true recovery from the...
In this insightful Qi Gong talk, Master Mikel Steenrod explains the practice of “Plucking the Blossom,” a metaphor for letting...
Learn how to spot your favored and disfavored seasons and adjust your qi gong practice for resilience, balance, and long-term...
Relieving Stress and Wellness
Chronic stress can make you biologically 10 years older. Discover how it shortens telomeres, fuels inflammation, and raises cortisol—and learn...
Can stress-induced aging be reversed? Scientists say it’s possible to slow—and sometimes partially reverse—cellular damage caused by stress. Discover what...
Stress and inflammation can feel like an endless cycle, harming your body, mind, and even your appearance. Learn how they’re...
Nutrition and Wellness
Qi Gong and Nutrition – Explore how food and qi gong have been linked across history, cultures, and modern wellness...
Fasting, Grain Avoidance (Bigu), and Food-as-Medicine in Early Taoism. Explore how ancient Taoist dietary practices connect with modern Qi Gong...
Bigu is often described as “living on Qi,” but that idea misses the point. This article explains what Bigu actually...