Training Principles of Ilchi Ki-gong
Unlike ordinary Ki-gong or martial arts techniques, the lines of movement of Ilchi Ki-gong are harmonious, smooth, and very soft. Ki-gong for self defense or fighting involves many blocking and striking types of movements. Employing aggressive movements and energies without a proper philosophy is likely to lead the temperament of the practitioner in that direction as well. With Ilchi Ki-gong, if we train each movement intent on the spirit contained within it, harmonious, peaceful energies are produced, and in no time at all, our bodies and minds are suffused by the principle of harmony.
Ilchi Ki-gong is the essence of Dahnhak Ki-gong, designed so that modern people can learn it readily and yet obtain the greatest exercise benefit possible. The eight sets of Ilchi Ki-gong have a high level of perfection in terms of kinetics. Made up of movements that involve turning, pushing, pulling, raising, and lowering each part of the body, they produce a well-balanced physique.
Major movements comprise rotational motions and simple actions that involve angling the joints and squeezing out energy. Slowly performing simple movements as we gather and release Ki through respiration causes the entire body to be flushed with heat, sweat, and circulating energy.
The following table shows the relationship between body control (kinetic aspects >, breath control, and mind control achieved by practicing the eight sets of Ilchi Ki-gong.
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