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Qigong is an integrated mind-body healing method that has been practiced with remarkable results in China for thousands of years. The Chinese have long treasured qigong for its effectiveness both in healing and in preventing disease, and more recently they have used it in conjunction with modern medicine to cure cancer, immune system disorders, and other life-threatening conditions. Now in this fascinating, comprehensive volume, renowned qigong master and China scholar Kenneth S. Cohen explains how you too can integrate qigong into your life--and harness the healing power that will help your mind and body achieve the harmony of true health.
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"A long-awaited masterpiece . . . This breakthrough book is destined to become the classic reference on body energy and healing."
--Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.
   Author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind

"A TREASURE . . . Those eager to explore the methods of self-healing will learn how in The Way of Qigong. By peering through this modern window into ancient practices, the readers will discover how to gather the breath, move with grace and power, and cultivate the mind."
--Harriet Beinfeld
   Coauthor of Between Heaven and Earth

"THIS DEFINITIVE VOLUME . . . IS THE MOST COMPREHENSIVE RECENTLY ISSUED BOOK ON THE CHINESE HEALING ART, QIGONG."
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Qigong is an integrated mind-body healing method that has been practiced with remarkable results in China for thousands of years. The Chinese have long treasured qigong for its effectiveness both in healing and in preventing disease, and more recently they have used it in conjunction with modern medicine to cure cancer, immune system disorders, and other life-threatening conditions. Now in this fascinating, comprehensive volume, renowned qigong master and China scholar Kenneth S. Cohen explains how you too can integrate qigong into your life--and harness the healing power that will help your mind and body achieve the harmony of true health.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wellspring/Ballantine; First Soft-Cover Edition. (March 9, 1999)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 448 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0345421094
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0345421098
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.1 x 0.98 x 9.17 inches
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A great resource manual!
I have many books about Qigong practice and I am very happy to now include this book in my Qigong library. Kenneth Cohen is very knowledgable and that's why I love this book. To me, this book is a Qigong resource manual in that its more like a college text book or encyclopedia than it is a personal journey through experiential Qigong. So this book is not my "go to" book on Qigong, however, if I want to look something up, chances are that I'll find it in this book. Resource manual, pure and simple.
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Jay
5.0 out of 5 stars A great resource manual!
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I have many books about Qigong practice and I am very happy to now include this book in my Qigong library. Kenneth Cohen is very knowledgable and that's why I love this book. To me, this book is a Qigong resource manual in that its more like a college text book or encyclopedia than it is a personal journey through experiential Qigong. So this book is not my "go to" book on Qigong, however, if I want to look something up, chances are that I'll find it in this book. Resource manual, pure and simple.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A great resource manual!
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2022
I have many books about Qigong practice and I am very happy to now include this book in my Qigong library. Kenneth Cohen is very knowledgable and that's why I love this book. To me, this book is a Qigong resource manual in that its more like a college text book or encyclopedia than it is a personal journey through experiential Qigong. So this book is not my "go to" book on Qigong, however, if I want to look something up, chances are that I'll find it in this book. Resource manual, pure and simple.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A revelation and a pleasure
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2009
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The Way of QiGong is an extremely well-written and comprehensive history of qigong. Cohen, a China scholar and practitioner extraordinaire, characterizes qigong as "a wholistic system to self-healing exercise and meditation, an ancient, evolving practice that includes healing postures, movement, self-massage, breathing techniques and meditation."

He explains the importance and meaning of qi and then discusses its many aspects--the stance, relaxation and breathing.
Cohen goes on to explain that qigong meditation includes two types of practices-entering tranquility and healing visualization. He compares these to other meditaiton practices and how the practice nourishes and heals the body and mind.

There are helpful illustrations of movements, a chapter on self-healing massage and a suggested year-long practice schedule, among many other details of this classic and healthful practice.

The Way of Qigong is as interesting as it is comprehensive, as fascinating as it is practical, and as complex as it is perfectly simple.
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silver elves
5.0 out of 5 stars Qigonging all the Way
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2016
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Kenneth S. Cohen’s The Way of Qigong is a really great book on Qigong. Some say that the drawings are not adequate to understanding the moves they illustrate; however, we find that if you combine them with the descriptions, it is really quite clear. And this book has everything. Qigong movements and exercises, data about Qigong, research studies about Qigong, nearly everything you would want to know about the subject, even chapters on diet and tea drinking. Not that you won’t want to keep learning, but this is a great place to start, thorough, comprehensive and fascinating.

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Deanna Judd
5.0 out of 5 stars Qigong an answer to a lot of problems, it has helped me feel like there is a sunrise in a new day!
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2021
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This book has given me hope. I have been looking for an alternative solution to help with my back pain besides surgery or pain pills. I think this book is my answer or at least a beginning. It is a slow read, at least for me, but very interesting, making me want to learn more.
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Pam Lemmon
4.0 out of 5 stars Met my expectations
Reviewed in the United States on September 7, 2017
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Lots of good information. I wanted something to compliment my Tai Chi class at the local YMCA and this book was exactly what I was looking for.
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Coach
5.0 out of 5 stars Self healing, really?
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2014
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When traditional Western medicine has little to offer for curing our many ills, I personally turned to Chinese healing methods. But, instead of passively undergoing acupuncture or any of the myriad other Oriental methods I was motivated to participate myself. After all, I am responsible for my condition. Why shouldn't I take charge of my own healing. Enter Master Ken Cohen's book, The Way of Qi Gong. It gives a wonderful history of Qi Gong, with it's many styles. Also his very clear instructions are easy to follow. I am determined to heal from my condition and this book will lead the way.
Many thanks to Master Ken Cohen.
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Daniel L. Grenemyer Sr.
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Qigong book
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2019
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Ken Cohen has done an excellent job in suppling all the necessary information on the vast topic of Qigong. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more on the subject. It also goes hand in hand with his practice DVD, Qigong : Traditional Chinese Exercises for Healing Body, Mind, and Spirit. I have performed Qigong daily for the past year and it has enriched my life.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic.
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2005
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If only I kept track of the library fines I racked up keeping this tome past the due date. Fortunately, at some point, I realized that it might be time to buy a copy instead of rent one. This thing goes next to my dictionaries and "The Tai Chi Classics" on my bookshelf, among the most well-thumbed volumes. What an easy, pleasurable read it is.

Basically, Cohen's book serves as a great way for the neophyte Qigong practicioner to get his or her feet wet in the internal arts, so if you're new to this, just relax and dive in. And if you consider yourself an advanced student, treat "The Way of Qigong" as one of your reference books.
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Audrey D
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book !!!
Reviewed in Mexico on October 24, 2023
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Sits beside my bed so I can dip in and out. Such a valuable resource for lovers of qigong who wish to know the history and origins of qigong as well as having a wealth of information on energy, healing and qigong movements.
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Buddha Bob
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
Reviewed in Canada on November 1, 2021
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For anyone who wants to learn more about Chico this is a great book with great information great resources
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Jim Mclaren
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente libro sobre Qigong
Reviewed in Spain on November 17, 2019
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Libro brillante que recomendaremos.
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Andrea ILARI
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, great presentation
Reviewed in Italy on October 16, 2017
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This book is precious, highly recommended.
I'm still reading it and plan to read it again from the beginning immediately after.
The first part of the book is by far the best description of this complex art. To be read by anyone interested in Qi Gong.
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Rammohan menon
4.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in India on March 17, 2017
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Not enough practical information. The theory behind the science is well covered but how to do it could be more elaborate.
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