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245 14 a| The art of breathing :b| 6 simple lessons to improve performance, health, and well-being /c| Nancy Zi.;

250 a| Revised 4th edition.;

300 a| 240 pages :b| illustrations ;c| 22 cm;

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504 a| Includes bibliographical references.;

505 0 a| Preface / by Charles Stein -- Introduction: a singer's discoveries -- Part one. The promise of chi yi. Chi yi: an art for today ; The core ; Introducing the imagery drills ; The benefits of chi yi ; Building confidence and enhancing personal presence ; Increasing stamina, zest, and coordination ; Improving the complexion ; Freshening the breath ; Preparing for childbirth ; Relieving aches, pains, and discomforts ; Hastening convalescence ; Minimizing the effects of aging ; Improving speech and voice ; Focusing the breath in meditation -- Part two. Exercises for practicing chi yi. Some suggestions for practice ; Counting ; Posture ; Developing internal sensations and muscular controls ; Internal sensations ; Muscular controls -- Lesson 1. Leading the breath ; Exercises. 1A Stretching the abdominal muscles ; 1B Stretching the lower back muscles ; 1C Stretching the muscles at the base of the torso ; 1D Stretching the lower front and back torso ; Thoughts on lesson 1 ; Lesson 2. Coordinating the breath ; Exercises. 2A Draining tongue and tongue root tension into the core ; 2B Activating the tongue muscles ; 2C Controlling the tip and the root of the tongue ; 2D Stretching the muscles of the lower torso ; Thoughts on lesson 2 -- Lesson 3. Controlling the breath ; Exercises. 3A Directing the breath to the lower abdomen and lower back ; 3B Relieving neck tension ; 3C Relieving neck and shoulder tension ; 3D Leading the breath to the core ; Thoughts on lesson 3 -- Lesson 4. Varying and extending the breath ; Exercises. 4A Flexing the lower abdominal and lower back muscles ; 4B Flexing the muscles of the lower sides and back ; 4C Developing agility of the abdominal and lower torso muscles ; 4D Expanding the base of the torso ; Thoughts on lesson 4 -- Lesson 5. Using the breath to develop the core ; Exercises. 5A Further expanding the lower circumference ; 5B Developing core sensation ; 5C Expanding and stabilizing the breath at the core ; 5D Intensifying core sensation ; Thoughts on the first five lesson -- Lesson 6. Applying the breath ; Exercises. 6A Spreading the breath to the base of the torso ; 6B Strengthening the abdominal muscles ; 6C Strengthening the diaphragm muscle and the core ; 6D Jogging in place with chi yi ; Thoughts on lesson 6 -- Part three. Applications of chi yi. Using the core energy ; Suggestions for practicing the applications ; Applications. Promoting relaxation ; Waking up alert: the good morning regimen ; Motivating movement from the core ; Developing athletic prowess ; Sustaining personal presence ; Working through pain ; Relieving discomfort in the fingers, hands, and arms ; Conditioning the legs and arms ; Creating a dynamic image ; Combating insomnia ; Relieving gas pains in the stomach ; Relieving congested nasal passages or sinuses ; Relieving motion sickness ; Improving speech and singings (vowel production) ; Simplified vowel exercise ; Suggestions for using what you have learned -- Part four. Questions and answers about chi yi. A dialogue about chi yi --;

505 0 a| 50 questions and answers. 1. Principles of chi yi ; 2. What is chi? ; 3. Chi and religion ; 4. Is breathing a natural instinct? ; 5. A common mistake in breathing ; 6. Signs of a shallow breaker ; 7. Are there breaks between breaths? ; 8. Explaining correct deep breathing ; 9. Explaining incorrect shoulder breathing ; 10. Breathing through the nose or mouth ; 11. Air pollution ; 12. Tongue tension blocks airflow ; 13. Dealing with gum sensitivity ; 14. Jaw and neck tension ; 15. Clearing nasal congestion ; 16. Physical discomforts and aging ; 17. Lower back pain ; 18. In a wheelchair ; 19. Emphysema ; 20. Asthma ; 21. A smoker ; 22. Parenting and chi ; 23. A child holds her breath ; 24. The hearing impaired ; 25. Occupational hazards ; 26. A raspy voice ; 27. Body language ; 28. Body tension ; 29. Body workers ; 30. Breath interruptions ; 31. Out of breath ; 32. Enhancing sports ; 33. Traffic jam anxiety ; 34. Cleansing the lungs ; 35. Insomnia ; 36. Convalescence ; 37. Fragrance and inhalation ; 38. Exercising and breathing ; 39. Centering ; 40. Voice volume ; 41. Shyness ; 42. Speech and aging ; 43. Gasping for breath ; 44. Posture ; 45. Big and small deep breaths ; 46. A singer and stage fright ; 47. A trumpet player ; 48. Laughter ; 49. An expedient pick-me-up ; 50. A question for the author -- Epilogue -- Imagery drills. Eyedropper ; Accordion ; Funnel-balloon ; Tumbling pebble ; String of beads ; Cannonball ; Elastic band ; Kite ; Coil of rope ; Book stacking ; Facial glow ; Cream ; Steam funnel ; Sink and drain ; Drinking straw ; Red light bulb ; Lotus ; Relaxing the tongue ; Barrel ; Breathing tree ; Melting tension ; The three strings ; Distant fragrance ; Remote control ; Funny spot -- Targeted exercises. Air pollution ; Jaw and neck tension ; Nasal congestion ; Stiff fingers ; Physically disabled ; Emphysema ; Body tension ; Out of breath ; Cleansing the lungs ; Speech and aging ; Posture ; An expedient pick-me-up.;

520 a| According to the ancient Chinese discipline of chi kung (pronounced chee gung), the body's energy is released by the air breathed into it. This acclaimed classic shows you how to transform breath into vital energy to attain a perfect balance of body, mind, and spirit. Classical singer and chi kung expert Nancy Yi guides you through the art of breathing in six simple lessons. Using twenty-four progressive exercises and mental imagery drills, the author demonstrates how to use breathing to: look, feel, and be healthier; minimize the effects of aging; increase stamina and coordination; work through pain and promote healing; enhance speech, singing, athletics, meditation, and more.;

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The art of breathing : 6 simple lessons to improve performance, health, and well-being / Nancy Zi.

Author/creator	Zi, Nancy
Format	Book
Edition	Revised 4th edition.
Publication Info	Berkeley, CA : Frog ; [Emeryville, CA] : Distributed by Publishers Group West, ©2000.
Description	240 pages : illustrations ; 22 cm
Subjects	Breathing exercises. Health. Respiration.

Contents	Preface / by Charles Stein -- Introduction: a singer's discoveries -- Part one. The promise of chi yi. Chi yi: an art for today ; The core ; Introducing the imagery drills ; The benefits of chi yi ; Building confidence and enhancing personal presence ; Increasing stamina, zest, and coordination ; Improving the complexion ; Freshening the breath ; Preparing for childbirth ; Relieving aches, pains, and discomforts ; Hastening convalescence ; Minimizing the effects of aging ; Improving speech and voice ; Focusing the breath in meditation -- Part two. Exercises for practicing chi yi. Some suggestions for practice ; Counting ; Posture ; Developing internal sensations and muscular controls ; Internal sensations ; Muscular controls -- Lesson 1. Leading the breath ; Exercises. 1A Stretching the abdominal muscles ; 1B Stretching the lower back muscles ; 1C Stretching the muscles at the base of the torso ; 1D Stretching the lower front and back torso ; Thoughts on lesson 1 ; Lesson 2. Coordinating the breath ; Exercises. 2A Draining tongue and tongue root tension into the core ; 2B Activating the tongue muscles ; 2C Controlling the tip and the root of the tongue ; 2D Stretching the muscles of the lower torso ; Thoughts on lesson 2 -- Lesson 3. Controlling the breath ; Exercises. 3A Directing the breath to the lower abdomen and lower back ; 3B Relieving neck tension ; 3C Relieving neck and shoulder tension ; 3D Leading the breath to the core ; Thoughts on lesson 3 -- Lesson 4. Varying and extending the breath ; Exercises. 4A Flexing the lower abdominal and lower back muscles ; 4B Flexing the muscles of the lower sides and back ; 4C Developing agility of the abdominal and lower torso muscles ; 4D Expanding the base of the torso ; Thoughts on lesson 4 -- Lesson 5. Using the breath to develop the core ; Exercises. 5A Further expanding the lower circumference ; 5B Developing core sensation ; 5C Expanding and stabilizing the breath at the core ; 5D Intensifying core sensation ; Thoughts on the first five lesson -- Lesson 6. Applying the breath ; Exercises. 6A Spreading the breath to the base of the torso ; 6B Strengthening the abdominal muscles ; 6C Strengthening the diaphragm muscle and the core ; 6D Jogging in place with chi yi ; Thoughts on lesson 6 -- Part three. Applications of chi yi. Using the core energy ; Suggestions for practicing the applications ; Applications. Promoting relaxation ; Waking up alert: the good morning regimen ; Motivating movement from the core ; Developing athletic prowess ; Sustaining personal presence ; Working through pain ; Relieving discomfort in the fingers, hands, and arms ; Conditioning the legs and arms ; Creating a dynamic image ; Combating insomnia ; Relieving gas pains in the stomach ; Relieving congested nasal passages or sinuses ; Relieving motion sickness ; Improving speech and singings (vowel production) ; Simplified vowel exercise ; Suggestions for using what you have learned -- Part four. Questions and answers about chi yi. A dialogue about chi yi --
Contents	50 questions and answers. 1. Principles of chi yi ; 2. What is chi? ; 3. Chi and religion ; 4. Is breathing a natural instinct? ; 5. A common mistake in breathing ; 6. Signs of a shallow breaker ; 7. Are there breaks between breaths? ; 8. Explaining correct deep breathing ; 9. Explaining incorrect shoulder breathing ; 10. Breathing through the nose or mouth ; 11. Air pollution ; 12. Tongue tension blocks airflow ; 13. Dealing with gum sensitivity ; 14. Jaw and neck tension ; 15. Clearing nasal congestion ; 16. Physical discomforts and aging ; 17. Lower back pain ; 18. In a wheelchair ; 19. Emphysema ; 20. Asthma ; 21. A smoker ; 22. Parenting and chi ; 23. A child holds her breath ; 24. The hearing impaired ; 25. Occupational hazards ; 26. A raspy voice ; 27. Body language ; 28. Body tension ; 29. Body workers ; 30. Breath interruptions ; 31. Out of breath ; 32. Enhancing sports ; 33. Traffic jam anxiety ; 34. Cleansing the lungs ; 35. Insomnia ; 36. Convalescence ; 37. Fragrance and inhalation ; 38. Exercising and breathing ; 39. Centering ; 40. Voice volume ; 41. Shyness ; 42. Speech and aging ; 43. Gasping for breath ; 44. Posture ; 45. Big and small deep breaths ; 46. A singer and stage fright ; 47. A trumpet player ; 48. Laughter ; 49. An expedient pick-me-up ; 50. A question for the author -- Epilogue -- Imagery drills. Eyedropper ; Accordion ; Funnel-balloon ; Tumbling pebble ; String of beads ; Cannonball ; Elastic band ; Kite ; Coil of rope ; Book stacking ; Facial glow ; Cream ; Steam funnel ; Sink and drain ; Drinking straw ; Red light bulb ; Lotus ; Relaxing the tongue ; Barrel ; Breathing tree ; Melting tension ; The three strings ; Distant fragrance ; Remote control ; Funny spot -- Targeted exercises. Air pollution ; Jaw and neck tension ; Nasal congestion ; Stiff fingers ; Physically disabled ; Emphysema ; Body tension ; Out of breath ; Cleansing the lungs ; Speech and aging ; Posture ; An expedient pick-me-up.
Abstract	According to the ancient Chinese discipline of chi kung (pronounced chee gung), the body's energy is released by the air breathed into it. This acclaimed classic shows you how to transform breath into vital energy to attain a perfect balance of body, mind, and spirit. Classical singer and chi kung expert Nancy Yi guides you through the art of breathing in six simple lessons. Using twenty-four progressive exercises and mental imagery drills, the author demonstrates how to use breathing to: look, feel, and be healthier; minimize the effects of aging; increase stamina and coordination; work through pain and promote healing; enhance speech, singing, athletics, meditation, and more.
Bibliography note	Includes bibliographical references.
LCCN	00030864
ISBN	1583940340 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN	9781583940341 (pbk. : alk. paper)

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