Qigong is an aspect of traditional Chinese medicine that involves co-ordinating breathing patterns with physical postures to maintain health & well-being. Ba Duan Jin: Eight-Section Qigong Exercises is an accessible, fully-illustrated guide to this particular qigong exercise, which has been shown to improve the respiratory, cardiovascular & immune systems. The Ba Duan Jin exercise dates back to the Song Dynasty, & is broken down into eight sections, each of which focuses on a different physical area. The routine enhances limb strength & flexibility of the joints, & also fortifies the nerves. It can help in the treatment of illnesses such as osteoporosis & is also beneficial for mental health. Each routine is described step-by-step, & is illustrated with photographs & key points. The authors also point out common mistakes & offer advice on how to correct these. Complemented by an appendix of acupuncture points & accompanied by a DVD, this book will be of interest to Qigong & Tai Chi practitioners at all levels, students of martial arts & anyone interested in Chinese culture.