Ba Duan Jin (eight excellent movements) emerged before the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279 AD) and gradually was perfected during the periods of the Ming (1368 - 1644 AD) and Qing (1644 - 1911 AD) dynasties.
Ba Duan Jin Exercise for Children (Shao Er Ba Duan Jin), a new book published by the Beijing Sport University Press, introduces to young readers one of the most popular traditional fitness exercises.
Ba Duan Jin, an ancient yet magical form of Chinese qigong, is a good choice to practice in autumn when going to gym looks troublesome. Dated back to the Song Dynasty (960-1279), the exercises were ...