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Toning the Body and Strengthening the Mind – Exercise and Chan
Is it possible to apply the method of Chan meditation while engaging in activities such as running, martial arts, and yoga? It certainly is possible! As the saying goes, "Keep your mind where your body is." Every moment we breathe, run, bend, and stretch, we should be aware of every movement of our body, and practice the method of Chan anytime and anywhere. Exercising using Chan methods is a journey of self-discovery, which not only tones our body but also strengthens our mind...
Adding Chan to Your Exercise: Q&A on Exercise and Chan Practice
Is it true that we can lessen the amount of soreness, and feel less tired and out of breath by applying the method of Chan practice while doing exercising? How do we synchronize our exercise experience with Chan practice? Let's find out with the following Q&A. Q1: What is the connection between exercise and spiritual cultivation? How do they facilitate each other? A: Sound health can help enhance our spiritual cultivation. Most meditation beginners start by learning how to har...
Let's Practice Chan Running
For people enjoying running and interested in Chan practice, is there any exercise that combines both? The following introduction to Chan running not only shows you how to run, but also helps you to experience Chan practice while running, thus feeling at ease in both motion and stillness. Running is beneficial in many ways. It not only helps lower risks for lifestyle diseases such as high levels of blood glucose, cholesterol and uric acid, but also enhances weight loss and overall fitnes...
Walking with the Method – Chan Walking
Hiking has always been a popular trend. Some have also advocated "walking 10,000 steps a day." We walk every day, but do we really know how to walk properly? In addition, walking is a method of Chan practice, also known as "walking meditation." Depending on the speed, the walking can be categorized into slow-, natural-, or fast-walking. Natural walking meditation is practiced at normal walking speed, but with the mind focusing on the posture and steps, paying no a...