Simple Qigong Exercises for Health: Improve Your Health in 10 to 20 Minutes a Day

The book is divided into several chapters and was originally written in 1988. It is suggested for the beginner level.

Chapter 1: General Introduction

Chapter 2: Qigong Training Theory (includes images)

Chapter 3: Sitting Eight Pieces of Brocade (includes photos of the poses)

Chapter 4: Standing Eight Pieces of Brocade (includes photos of the poses)

Chapter 5: Conclusion

I enjoyed learning the history of Eight Pieces of Brocade, the theory of Qigong and the training categories (maintaining health, curing sickness, prolonging life, martial arts, and enlightenment or Buddhahood). He stresses the importance of understanding the reason to practice qigong and not to just repeat the motions without knowledge. He discusses the three treasures: essence, internal energy, and spirit.

This book is a good introduction to qigong and will help the reader understand the theory behind the practice. If you are interested in beginning a qigong program, this book would be a good place to start.