Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
India emerged as overall champion at the 2026 WEKAF World Championships, with the Philippines finishing second and Australia third. See...
The Fall Equinox is not an instant switch from yang to yin. Qigong Master Michael Steenrod explains the early-fall yang...
Chinese medicine has long cautioned against excessive cold foods and drinks, especially when digestion is weak. Modern research finds that...
Pro Arnis
Lapu Lapu’s defiance of Spanish conquest wasn’t just legendary—it was tactical, physical, and martial. Discover how his legacy, leadership, and...
Pro Arnis isn’t just a collection of techniques. It’s a purpose-built system with goals for protection, coaching, and competition. This...
Filipino guerrilla warriors used Arnis, Eskrima, and Kali to resist invaders. Their stealth, machete skills, and jungle tactics shaped history....
Qi Gong
Can you practice Qi Gong when it is hot outside? Yes—but Taoist and classical Chinese traditions suggest that good practice...
Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese art that blends movement, breath, and intention to balance life energy (qi). This beginner’s...
Summer brings the year’s most stable Yang, but that does not always feel energizing. Master Steenrod explains summer fatigue, Yin...
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
Explore the connection between stress, anxiety, and inflammation. Discover how Qi Gong and nutrition restore balance for lasting calm....
Explore how geography and climate shape energetic nutrition in Qi Gong practice. Learn how altitude, humidity, and local foods affect...
Fasting, Grain Avoidance (Bigu), and Food-as-Medicine in Early Taoism. Explore how ancient Taoist dietary practices connect with modern Qi Gong...