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Note: The video has no English subtitles, but included in the folder are English notes on the exercise. If you wish to view the notes online, you can also go to these links: 1st set of notes:http://www.dyysg.co.uk/docs/MODIFIED%20STANDARD%20STOMACH%20…2nd set of notes:http://www.dyysg.co.uk/docs/Stomach%202%20reminder%20notes.p…Description of the Gastrointestinal Set:Exercises to Harmonise the Stomach & Reinforce the Spleen (sets 1& 2) Hewei Jianpi GongCreated to increase the capacity of the function of the Spleen and the Stomach in order to prevent and treat various disorders of the Digestive system, e.g. stomach pain, indigestion, ulcers, intestinal and gastric infections, prolapse of the Stomach, constipation, haemorrhoids, prolapse of the anus and other digestive problems.This set, like all the sets, doesn’t work with the Digestive system alone, it harmonises of all body systems in their relationship to the stomach.From the viewpoint of the 5 Elements, which is the foundation of these exercises, the Stomach/Spleen relates to Earth, and Earth produces metal (Lungs/Large Intestine).In other words, there is a relationship between the two pairs of organs – a mother/son relationship; the Spleen is the “mother” of the Lungs, and nourishes them (i.e. the Lungs are the “son”). If the son is healthy, he isn’t over-demanding of the mother; if the mother is strong, she won’t be drained by the son.In other words, the functional balance between not only these organs but between all the organs is an essential prerequisite for good health.In this set, there is more emphasis on the Spleen than on the Stomach; the Spleen has an intimate relationship with the Lungs, and therefore in the exercises you can expect movements relating to the Lungs.From a different perspective, Earth (Spleen/Stomach) is the “son” of Fire (the Heart/Small Intestine – the “mother”), and again there will be movements that focus on balancing the relationship between these organs.There is also a further controlling influence taking place in the 5 Elements: The most obvious is Fire (Heart) and Water (Kidneys). If the Heart (Fire) is too strong it will drain energy from, and cause damage to the Kidneys (Water) (i.e. the Fire will dry up the Water). But the reverse is also true; if the Water of the Kidneys is too active, it can put out (cause damage to) the Fire of the Heart.In working on one organ, you therefore have to work within the context of all organs; (cf. the organisation of a Company: Post room/accounts/sales/admin/secretarial – all has to work in harmony for the Company to function efficiently). Biography and Credentials of the founder Zhang Guangde:Professor Zhang Guang De was born in 1934 in Tangshan, in China’s Hebei country, and throughout his life developed a great passion for Wushu. He joined the Wushu section of Beijing University of Physical Education in 1955, progressing from student to Senior Professor.In 1974 doctors diagnosed a severe illness the cause of which was allergic and could not be treated medically. At that time he undertook a deep study of traditional Chinese medicines, in particular the methods of Daoyin (guiding and inducing the free flow of Chi (internal energy) inside the body) and also Tai Chi Chuan. Basing his work on this huge wealth of traditional knowledge, Professor Zhang developed a new style to combine the methods of Daoyin with physical exercise and mental cultivation. It was through the use of this health system – Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong – that it is claimed that the Professor overcame his own illness and offered hope to many thousands of patients suffering from a variety of medical conditions. In China his method of medical Qigong has been officially recognised by the Ministry of Health and is used by hospitals and sanatoria for the treatment of various illnesses.Professor Zhang continues doing research and has instructed and spread his knowledge to many countries all over the world, including Japan, Singapore, The United Kingdom, Germany, France, Austria, Belgium,Spain and Portugal.Today, Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong is one of the subjects taught in Faculties of Physical Education and Faculties of Medicine.In 1992, Professor Zhang was awarded second prize in National Scientific Research.The same year, he gained recognition as one of the One Hundred Wushu Masters in China.In 1998, he was granted the Eighth Grade of Wushu by the Chinese Wushu Federation. Only ten professors in the world have reached this level.Detailed description of the Dao Yin Yang Sheng Exercise Series:Combining traditional knowledge with modern medical theory, Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong is a system of exercises characterised by gentle twisting motions and involving breath control, the stimulation of key acupressure points in the body and mental development.Its soft, fluent and harmonious movements aim to improve energy circulation within the whole body, to loosen the joints, tone up and oxygenate the muscles and to relax the nervous system.The system is an extremely comprehensive one. Some exercises are designed to “soften” the body and develop flexibility, others relate directly to specific organs, while others have a more general effect on the health. There are both standing and sitting forms, making the system accessible to people of all ages and physical conditions. For more advanced practitioners, Professor Zhang has created Tai Ji Quan hand and sword forms which combine traditional Tai Ji martial principles with acupoint stimulation.Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong therefore has three aspects which make it such a valuable contributor to health care.First it is preventive. People in good health may practise in order to maintain and enhance their robustness.Secondly, it is curative. People suffering from a particular condition (for example angina), may practise the appropriate exercises in order to help to alleviate that condition. N.B. Members of the English Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong Association never claim that Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong is a substitute for conventional medicine, and people interested in exploring the curative aspect of these exercises should only do so with the full co-operation of their doctor. Under no circumstances should anyone substitute these exercises for prescribed medication.Thirdly, Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong is recuperative. For example, someone who has suffered a heart attack, might practise the appropriate exercises with great benefit during their return to health. Once again, one should not introduce these exercises into a recuperation programme without the full support of one’s doctor.Several clinical tests made in China and examinations done by medical specialists and researchers from all over the world, have shown Dao Yin Yang Sheng Gong to be effective in improving the health, preventing and healing many acute and chronic diseases without showing any side effects.Although full scale trials have not been done in Europe, there are exciting results being seen by teachers working with people dealing with a whole range of conditions including stress related problems, back pain, heart disease, asthma and even very serious conditions such as Parkinson’s Disease.An excerpt from http://www.daoyinnetwork.org/prof-zg-visit.html about an interview with the master Zhang Guangde:”Next, I asked the Professor what health conditions he treats most frequently. In his experience high blood pressure and heart disease are most common. Also, he frequently sees patients with reproductive issues (menstrual irregularities and PMS for women, impotence and premature ejaculation for men), as well as respiratory distress. He went on to illustrate a typical case, explaining that the Dao Yin movement pattern associated with the Heart serves to activate the Heart meridian, but that correct breathing was also necessary to regulate that energy once it’s been activated. For example, high blood pressure calls for short in-breaths and long, slow, out-breaths, which induce the body’s parasympathetic (relaxation) response. This kind of breathing reduces pressure within the arteries while enhancing capillary function. Low blood pressure, in contrast, would use the same movement pattern but the breathing would be adjusted exactly opposite.Again, I queried the Professor about redundancy. Given that most of the students he was likely to encounter while teaching in the States would already have a preexisting foundation in internal arts disciplines how did he feel the Dao Yin practices might correlate or, conversely, interfere with Tai Chi, Bagua or other Chi Kung techniques? The Professor assured me that Dao Yin would likely enhance, rather than contradict, other internal disciplines, and that Dao Yin can be interwoven into one’s daily practice routine along with other disciplines which one might already be engaged in.”