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Clean 15 Foods For 2015

Posted on 2/28/2015
1. Avocados 2. Sweet corn 3. Pineapple 4. Cabbage 5. Sweet peas (frozen) 6. Onions 7. Asparagus 8. Mangos 9. Papyas 10. Kiwi 11. Eggplant 12. Grapefruit 13. Cantaloupe 14. Cauliflower 15. Sweet potatoes

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SHEN DIEN QI GONG Workshop & Series At Yoga Loka

Posted on 12/17/2014
Workshop January 7th 1:45-4:45pm. Group Classes Fridays January 9th-February 13th 11am -12pm. Shen Dien Qi Gong is the basic beginner form of Qi (Chi) Gong or energy training. These simple exercises strengthen the physical body, open the twelve energy meridians and clear emotions.

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The 10 Best Things To Say To Yourself Today

Posted on 11/6/2014
If something great is to be, it is up to me.

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Shen Dien Qi Gong

Posted on 10/30/2014
Shen Dien Qi Gong is the basic beginner form of Qi Gong or energy training

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Once Upon A Time

Posted on 10/21/2014
There was once a time when all human beings were gods, but they so abused their gifts that the chief, decided to take it away from them and hide it where it could never be found.

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18 Movements Tai Chi/Qi Gong Part 1 & 2

Posted on 10/7/2014
Names and order of 18 movements part 1 & 2

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Qi (Energy) Gong (Work)

Posted on 10/5/2014
11 Benefits of practicing Qi Gong

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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS & GROUP CLASSES

Posted on 9/8/2014
Tai Chi/Qi Gong is one of the most popular styles of qi gong around the world because it is effective and easy to learn. It is derived from thousands of years of Chinese experience in the healing arts and sciences, based on traditional Chinese medicine, yin/yang and meridian theory. It is a powerful way of healing and staying healthy. Some of the benefits of this form include: Increased Qi (life force), improved blood circulation, speedy recovery from illness and surgery, strength- ens tendons, ligaments & joints, strengthens the immune system, improves sleeping functions.

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18 Movements of Tai Chi/Qi Gong Part 1 & 2 at Yoga Loka

Posted on 7/30/2014
Tai Chi/Qi Gong is one of the most popular styles of qi gong around the world because it is effective and easy to learn. It is derived from thousands of years of Chinese experience in the healing arts and sciences, based on traditional Chinese medicine, yin/yang and meridian theory. It is a powerful way of healing and staying healthy. Learn Tai Chi/ Qi Gong 18 movements part 1&2 2 hr workshop(Sept27th) and 6 week group classes of 18 movement part 1(Oct 3-Nov-7th) 2 hr workshop(Nov 8th) and 6 week group classes of 18 movement part 2 Nov 14th-Dec 19th)

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Tai Chi /Qi Gong 18 Movements Notes

Posted on 7/30/2014
Tai Chi Qi Gong 18 Movements notes part 1

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Tai Chi/Qi Workshop 18 Movements Part 1 at Sol Fitness July,12th

Posted on 6/28/2014
The 18 Movements Tai Chi/Qi Gong is gentle series of Qi Gong movements that serve to restore and rebuild our internal foundation, providing us the tools to support our self-healing and health restoration.

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Spring Workshops and Group Classes

Posted on 5/14/2014
Weather is finally getting nice and I can't believe it is May already. I hope you are all doing well. I just want to let you know about upcoming events and schedule with Four directions Healing arts.

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Primordial Qi Gong Workshop at Sol Fitness June 14th 11:30-1:30pm

Posted on 5/10/2014
Primordial Qi Gong is the basic beginner form of Qi Gong or energy training. This gentle daily practice works efficiently to improve mental and physical health. These simple exercises strengthen the physical body, open the twelve energy meridians and clear emotions.

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The 18 Movements of Tai Chi/Qi Gong Intro Workshop at Sol Fitness June 7th

Posted on 5/8/2014
18 Movements Tai Chi/Qi Gong is one of the most popular styles of Qi Gong around the world because it is effective and easy to learn. It is derived from thousands of years of Chinese experience in the healing arts and sciences, based on traditional Chinese medicine, yin/yang and meridian theory.

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Yoga and Qi Gong Workshop at Sol Fitness May 17th 10-12pm

Posted on 5/1/2014
This workshop will start with one hour of Yoga taught be Tanya James Owner of Sol Fitness and second hour Qi Gong with Justin Nielsen Founder of Four Directions Healing arts. I will be teaching Primordial Qi Gong.

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Group Tai Chi/Qi Gong 7am Tuesdays at Sol Fitness 5/6/14 to 6/10/14

Posted on 5/1/2014
Group Tai Chi / Qi Gong is based on the Taoist- system of internal exercise and healing arts to promote longevity and health.

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SHEN DIEN QI GONG Intro Workshop & Beginning Series At Yoga Loka

Posted on 4/7/2014
Shen Dien Qi Gong is the beginning form of Qi Gong or energy train- ing. These simple yet powerful exercises strengthen the physical body, open the twelve energy meridians and clear emotions. The exercises also cleanse and restore health to each of the major organs, reverse aging, improve the immune system, and increase intuitive abilities.

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Group Tai Chi/Qi Gong Classes At Sol Fitness

Posted on 2/12/2014
Group Tai Chi / Qi Gong is based on the Taoist- system of internal exercise and healing arts to promote longevity and health.

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Tai Chi/ Qi Gong Group Classes At WellSprings Chiropractic

Posted on 2/10/2014
Tai Chi/Qi Gong is gentle series of movements that serve to restore and rebuild our internal foundation, providing us the tools to support our self-healing and health restoration.Tai Chi/Qi Gong are intended for any health level and was designed as a rehabilitative sequence of movements, supporting your return to health and vitality in a gentle and effective way.

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Primordial (Beginning) Qi Gong Intro Workshop & Beginning

Posted on 9/20/2013
Primordial Qi Gong is the beggining form of Qi Gong or energy training. This gentle daily practice works efficiently to improve mental and physical health. These simple exercises strengthen the physical body, open the twelve energy meridians and clear emotions. Class will cover an introduction to Qi Gong theory, health benefits of Qi Gong and internal Qi movement. Learn to coordinate breath, movement and mind. This powerful set of exercises cleanses, restores health to each of the major organs, reverses aging, improves the immune system, and increases intuitive abilities and emotions.

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14 weeks of Tai Chi/Qi Gong At Yoga Loka

Posted on 9/15/2013
Primordial Qi Gong is the basic beginner form of Qi Gong or energy training. This gentle daily practice works efficiently to improve mental and physical health. These simple exercises strengthen the physical body, open the twelve energy meridians and clear emotions. Class will cover an introduction to Qi Gong theory, health benefits of Qi Gong and internal Qi movement. Learn to coordinate breath, movement and mind. This powerful set of exercises cleanses, restores health to each of the major organs, reverses aging, improves the immune system, and increases intuitive abilities.

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Group Tai Chi/ Qi Gong Classes South Reno Athletic Club

Posted on 9/3/2013
Classes Monday 3:15pm and Thursdays 10:45am 9-9-13 to 12-16-13 Qi (Energy), in regard to our health, means life force or vital energy. Gong means work or technique. Qi Gong is a self-healing art that trains the mind to recycle the negative energy (toxins, stress etc.) and replenish with a more positive balanced connection to yourself and understanding of what is needed for healing.

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36 Benefits of Practicing Qi Gong (Chi Gong)

Posted on 3/22/2013
36 Benefits of Practicing Qi Gong

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Posture and Alignment

Posted on 2/22/2013
The alignment of your body is key, especially when exercising, weather it’s working out in a gym moving weights or having a smooth flowing Tai Chi or Qi Gong practice. It’s very important to be aware of your alinement and how you move with it. Here are a few tip on alinement .

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What is Gluten?

Posted on 2/5/2013
There are 4 different types of gluten responses. Sensitivity - reaction to wheat Allergy - immune response Intolerance - unable to tolerate (this is long term effects, and excessive stress to the intestinal track.) Celiac Disease- this is a genetic intolerance (long time damage to intestinal track, the nervous system, the hormones, liver, blood system, muscle/skeletal system) 1 in 150 people have Celiac disease and only half or less are diagnosed.

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Why is Bone Broth so good for you?

Posted on 1/9/2013
By drinking bone broth you can increase your collagen therefore reducing signs of aging. Bone broth helps with digestion, absorption and healing the gut. Bone broth heals your joint,tendons,ligaments and arteries. Bone broth helps get the toxins out. There are visible benefits. It makes your hair, skin, and nails sexy.

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Up coming Classes and Workshops

Posted on 12/13/2012
Up coming Classes and Workshops

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Why Organic?

Posted on 12/13/2012
Organic products are higher in nutrient levels and are lower in toxicity.

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What is Qi Gong

Posted on 8/24/2012
Qi Gong is a Chinese style of energy building exercise designed to bring the body mind and spirit together as one.

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Up Coming Qi Gong Classes and Workshops

Posted on 8/24/2012
Qi Gong Basics and Stress Management Techniques

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The Blind Date to Bring Together Body and Spirit

Posted on 8/22/2012
This is a guided still meditation practice a work out for the mind by setting up the blind date.

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Energy Balancing Exercise

Posted on 8/22/2012
Energy balancing exercise is a type of exercise where you’re working inward to manage the stress and recycle the toxins out of the body and mind. This will help you connect with the nature within to slowing down the mental whirlpool and finding the stillness, its your quiet time to heal yourself in whatever is needed.

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Getting Your Mind and Heart Right

Posted on 6/16/2012
I recently listened to a underground wellness podcast by Todd Durkin that was extremely inspiring to me. It was about eliminating head trash to get your mind and heart in the right place to get committed and passionate about what you do.

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Teaching of the Face

Posted on 6/11/2012
This was a teaching that was shared with me about the face.There are 5 main elements of ones face that help to connect one to their inner most beauty.

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Healing From Within

Posted on 5/3/2012
Justin's story of healing from within

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