Videos and Articles About Arnis, Qi Gong, Stress, Diet, Inflammation, Martial Arts, and Wellness.
Late summer is a season of transition. Learn how traditional Chinese seasonal thinking shifts the diet from cooling summer foods...
Chinese medicine has long cautioned against excessive cold foods and drinks, especially when digestion is weak. Modern research finds that...
Can you practice Qi Gong when it is hot outside? Yes—but Taoist and classical Chinese traditions suggest that good practice...
Pro Arnis
Arnis doesn’t avoid stress—it trains it. Through patterned striking, rhythm, and focused weapon work, practitioners learn to stay calm and...
Discover the dynamic world of Filipino Martial Arts—Arnis, Escrima, and Kali—in this beginner’s guide by Hal Winthrop. From stick and...
Arnis is more than a combat art—it’s a lifelong practice. This article explores how Filipino martial arts support joint health,...
Qi Gong
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...
Qi Gong Master Mikel Steenrod reveals the original meaning of yin and yang—and how it shapes your energy, behavior, and...
Relieving Stress and Wellness
How Positivity Transforms You: The Science explores how a positive mindset—especially when supported by practices like Qi Gong—can ease stress,...
Chronic stress doesn’t just wear on your mind — it can delay joint healing and cause lingering pain. Learn how...
This in-depth guide exposes how chronic stress damages your health — from inflammation and aging to skin problems and burnout...
Nutrition and Wellness
A simple congee recipe adapted for arid and high-desert climates, supporting hydration, digestion, and recovery for qi gong practice in...
Qi Gong dietary guidance for arid and high-desert regions, focusing on yin preservation, moisture support, hydration strategies, and foods suited...
Explore the connection between stress, anxiety, and inflammation. Discover how Qi Gong and nutrition restore balance for lasting calm....