Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
Arnis is more than self-defense. This Filipino martial art may help older adults improve balance, coordination, reaction time, and cognitive...
Simple spring recipes designed to support Qi Gong practice. Learn how light, seasonal foods improve energy, digestion, and natural qi...
Qi Gong Master Mikel Steenrod explains fertility qi, spring fever, and how to align your activity and rest with the...
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
Qi Gong Master Mikel Steenrod reveals the original meaning of yin and yang—and how it shapes your energy, behavior, and...
Maoist China redefined Qi Gong by removing its spiritual and emotional roots, turning it into a mechanical health practice. This...
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese art that blends movement, breath, and intention to balance life energy (qi). This beginner’s...
Relieving Stress and Wellness
As we age, our ability to recover from stress declines. This article explains why stress hits harder in later life—and...
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...
Nutrition and 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...
A warming, kidney-supportive recipe to boost your Qi Gong training in late fall and early winter....