Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
Summer brings the year’s most stable Yang, but that does not always feel energizing. Master Steenrod explains summer fatigue, Yin...
Arnis is more than self-defense. This Filipino martial art may help older adults improve balance, coordination, reaction time, and cognitive...
Arnis and gym conditioning are often framed as opposing approaches to fitness—but for long-term health, the smartest path may combine...
Pro Arnis
Arnis is more than a combat art—it’s a lifelong practice. This article explores how Filipino martial arts support joint health,...
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
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...
Explore the deeper side of Qi Gong, where breath, movement, and meditation cultivate balance, awareness, and connection....
Relieving Stress and Wellness
Stress and inflammation can feel like an endless cycle, harming your body, mind, and even your appearance. Learn how they’re...
Explore the link between stress and hair loss, the science behind it, and proven solutions like Qi Gong, nutrition, and...
How Positivity Transforms You: The Science explores how a positive mindset—especially when supported by practices like Qi Gong—can ease stress,...
Nutrition and Wellness
Simple spring recipes designed to support Qi Gong practice. Learn how light, seasonal foods improve energy, digestion, and natural qi...
A simple barley porridge recipe for spring. Light, gentle, and ideal for supporting digestion, energy, and Qi Gong practice....
A simple warm lemon drink for spring. Light, refreshing, and ideal for supporting digestion, energy, and Qi Gong practice....