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What do you know about the Chinese martial art of wushu? What is the difference between wushu and kung fu? Is there really a martial art called kung fu? Anything this hard to pronounce must be worth exploring. This Chinese martial art is one of the more obscure arts yet it has staked claim as one of the most effective. If you're looking for a complete self defense system look no further. Ever thought about taking up a martial art but you were intimidated and overwhelmed by the various choices out there? Learn the vital points you need to know, to properly find a martial art to partake in! There is a lot of confusion over the word and rightly so as there is no true equivalent word in English. There are at least 3 common usages of the term which are all correct depending on the context. The first two are easy to explain and most of them have heard them before. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , Historically, the term "Kung Fu" is not really featured in any ancient texts. It was first coined by a Frenchman named Jean Joseph Marie Amiot, a missionary who lived in the 18th Century, in reference to Chinese martial arts. Kung Fu is also called Gongfu, Wushu, or Kuoshu, and originally denotes expertise in any skill, and not exclusive to martial arts. Related Article Tags: , , 1. While polishing your technique you should never stick out your chest or stomach either when fighting or practicing. It stiffens your body and makes your movements awkward. As a result, you are losing control over your body. While practicing always make sure to keep your back bent outward and chest incurved. This is the right sign to distinguish between Kung Fu masters and Kung Fu athletes. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , Iron Thread is a complex of exercises developed by Shaolin Temple monks during centuries. Practicing Iron Thread exercises Shaolin Temple monks achieved amazing results in Kung Fu and became invincible fighters. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , Qigong is a general name for the systems of hardening and improvement of body and mind, treatment and health enhancement created in China. They primarily based on the ability to control your own consciousness, mentality and through them all the physiological processes of the organism. Practicing Qigong you can achieve stunning results some of which even the powerful modern science cannot conceive and explain. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
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