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Standing meditation atop the Shaolin mountain… Not a lot of people understand this energizing form of rest… Usually when people feel like they need energy, they lay on the sofa for hours. Many of our students used to do that too after work, but they noticed how it never really helped... They just ended up feeling more tired than before The thing is that you tell your body that you don’t need energy, completely halting the flow of Qi. But with a practice like this, where we stand completely still

The Shaolin tradition, which has its roots in the ancient Shaolin Monastery in Zhengzhou, stands as a central pillar of Chinese martial arts, blending spiritual and physical disciplines. This year, the 13th China Zhengzhou International Shaolin Wushu Festival celebrates this legacy, drawing martial artists from around the world to honor the art form’s profound influence. The festival highlights Shaolin’s enduring presence as the heart of China, with Zhengzhou serving as its cultural epicenter. P