What are the foundations of the famous Makkō-Hō series and the stretches of Masunaga? What are the similarities and differences between these series? Can you become more flexible? What effect would that have on your overall health? And what do the stretches have to do with life energy? In The essence of Makkō-Hō and the stretches of Masunaga, Do-In teacher and trainer Lilian Kluivers gives thorough and clear answers to these questions and more. Makkō-Hō and the Six Stretches of Masunaga look pretty similar but have their own focus and benefits. Lilian Kluivers gives detailed insights in both series so they can be practiced as they were meant to. She explains how life energy, meridians and the meridian extensions of the famous teacher Masunaga work, and gives alternative versions of traditional exercises. Essential for Do-In teachers, shiatsu therapists, yoga teachers and everyone who wants to take responsibility for their own wellbeing. "We live in a world where yoga is hot in a multitude of styles and a cornucopia of information is available on the internet. It's almost impossible to find what fits you best. In that case, going back to basics and diving into one single discipline is a great idea. Lilian Kluivers made the choice to take us on a journey into the ancient practice of the basic series of Do-In. The origins, philosophy, exercises, adaptations for physical challenges and the health benefits are all covered in depth. She is thorough in her approach of all aspects, but in a way that invites you to immediately get to work on moving energy through your meridians, nourishing your organs, creating a higher level of wellbeing and a renewed acquaintance with your body and mind. Because as soon as you read this book, you will know for sure: Do-In is for everyone and I want to know more about it!"Yoff Kau, teacher TCM, Meridians and Do-In, Dutch Shiatsu College.

Makko Ho is a set of six simple exercises that restores health and vitality to the body. By moving Qi through the twelve major meridians, the energy pathways of the body, you can regain balance and vigor in as little as 15 minutes a day.

Argues that exercise can help with the body-mind integration, discusses imagery, breathing, relaxation and meridians, and demonstrates useful exercises

Do-In is a revolutionary yet centuries-old way to maintain health and harmony. Standard reference book Do-In, Tao Yoga for Health and Energy offers in a very accessible way exercises for more balance in the bustle of everyday life. Do-In has been developed under the influence of taoism and oriental medicine. According to taoïst philosophy, the world is a unity where everything is composed of energy (known as ki, chi of qi), including human beings. This energy is constantly in motion. Do-In is 'yoga of oriental medicine' and is an effective form to cultivate your inner strength and peace. Lilian Kluivers explains in a practical way the meridian system and the Five Elements in combination with Do-In exercises. Do-In helps to prevent obstructions in your energy flow and contributes to greater energy and health, regardless of experience, age or flexibility. Do-In, Tao Yoga for Health and Energy, offers a great variety of exercises, clearly explained and illustrated, that anyone can practice at home. Lilian Kluivers is one of the best known Do-In teachers worldwide. She's head of Do-In Academy, an international education for Do-In. She teaches Do-In classes, workshops and does personal consultations in which she integrates the oriental wisdom of Do-In, shiatsu, nutrition, astrology and lifestyle. Lilian integrates her knowledge and experience and let it come to life through Do-In. She can connect East and West so we can all benefit from the wisdom and practice in our daily life. "Do-In makes you more energetic, more cheerful, more relaxed and healthier," Happinez "Everything you need to balance your body and stimulate its self healing capacity," Onkruid Magazine "Do-In, tao yoga for health and energy adds awareness of the meridians to the yoga asanas. This improves the energy flow and integrates body and mind," Yoga Magazine

Dō-In is an ancient traditional exercise for the cultivation of physical health, mental serenity, and spirituality. Over the last 5,000 years, it has served as the origin of such well-known disciplines as shiatsu, acupuncture, moxibustion, yogic exercises, and meditation. Literally meaning to pull and stretch, Dō-In originated as a way of achieving longevity and attaining the highest potential of mental and spiritual development. Dō-In techniques are a series of motions designed to harmonize body systems. The Dō-In Way details the fundamental aspects of this exercise, which involves breathing, posture, and self-massage and manipulation to stimulate body systems. The gentle application of pressure on the body’s meridians corresponds with physical processes, and allows for the conditioning of internal organs. This is a comprehensive handbook to an ancient system of movement designed to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual health.

An advanced, comprehensive book incorporating meditative psychology, massage and adjusting techniques into a holistic approach to health.

Nejang (Tib. ??????????) is a Tibetan healing yoga practice that literally means 'cleaning the energy sites of the body.' It consists of simple breath work, physical exercises, and self-massage designed to improve the function of the sense organs and inner organs, balance the internal energy, open the channels, and relax the mind. It has roots in the Tibetan Buddhist Kalachakra tradition and has been prescribed to patients by Tibetan physicians for centuries.

Born in the ancient traditions of the Far East, Do-In is a series of exercises that can lead you to experience emotional serenity and to reach new spiritual heights. Steeped in the Tao of Shin Sen - a way of breaking the conceptual bonds of physical illness, mental torpor, and social chaos - Do-In can help you liberate your spirit and "find your emotional self" as you achieve unity and balance between your inner self and the world without. Now you can master these exercises through this helpful book. A clear text, step-by-step photographs, and the author's own original drawings guide you expertly through the process. Anyone can practice Do-In at any time; it does not require partners or special techniques. Highly popular in the West, Do-In has spawned such well-known, universally practiced offshoots as Shiatsu massage, acupuncture, yoga, and various meditations. This book will not only show you how to become adept at Do-In, it will enable you to benefit from the natural, healthful lifestyle that Do-In promotes - and it will light your path to inner peace, joyous harmony, and true happiness.

A book of true Taoist teachings, absolutely scientiic, proven to possess great healing value, absolutely natural and absolutely safe.