Master Wu asked me, “Do Wudang people not stretch?” Elbow-to-Toe Gong in 100 days!
The concept of gong in martial arts refers to a deep, transformative skill cultivated through consistent, focused effort. In 100 days, you can lay a strong foundation for this transformation by dedicating yourself to disciplined practice and mindful training
Xingyi Quan, one of the fundamental pillars of Traditional Chinese Martial Arts, is deeply rooted in the philosophy of the Five Elements (Wu Xing): Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. These elements aren’t just abstract concepts; they form the basis of Xingyi’s combat strategies and internal cultivation.
Santi Shi, or post training, is the heart of Xingyi Quan practice. This essential stance develops the structural integrity and full-body power that form the foundation of Xingyi’s effectiveness. Rooted in the traditional principle of being “unmovable and unbreakable,” Santi Shi trains practitioners to unify their entire body into a single force. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, mastering this stance is key to unlocking the true potential of Xingyi Quan.
Specific milestones on how long you should do Xingyi Post Training!
Learn it right before you put massive time and energy in practicing it wrong.
The most common mistake I see with with Xingyi Quan Drilling Fist is their fist travels along a straight path, diagnoally. This is not a wrong way to punch, many styles do this as the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. However, this is NOT Xingyi.
We talk a little bit about what the Half Step is, and how Legend Xing Yi practitioners Guo Yun Shen was uncontested with his Half Step Beng Quan (Thrusting Fist)!