Product Description

Let film star David Carradine lead you through this special introduction to Kung Fu, with a selection of exercises designed to help both strengthen and relax your mind and body with ancient techniques perfected over the centuries; the same techniques that would influence the choreographed fight scenes on Tarantinos Kill Bill. These ancient physical art forms use stretching, deep breathing and invigorating circular motion to gently awaken and loosen your entire body, improving balance, co-ordination and suppleness. These techniques, combining punches, kicks and posture, will enlighten the senses and refresh the spirit, stimulating your natural energy flow. Tai Chi - Perfected centuries ago, Tai Chi remains one of the most efficient forms of exercise ever developed. Unlike most of todays exercises it actually increases your mental and physical energy through systematic stress reduction. But dont be fooled this is a thorough workout involving the entire body. You ll learn graceful, flowing movements which tone muscles, for the body, and enhance flexibility. Best of all, it s fun and easy to learn! Tai Chi programme includes: Extended Warm-Up Sequence, Stretching Exercises, Basic Stances, Vital Energy & Fitness Exercises, Individual Tai Chi Movements, Complete Tai Chi Form, Meditation Sequence. Workout Time: Approx 85 mins SPECIAL FEATURES An Exclusive Interview With Kill Bill Star David Carradine, Original Songs By David Carradine, Photo Gallery, Relaxing Meditation Sequence

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #11092 in DVD
• Released on: 2008-02-04
• Rating: Exempt
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Format: PAL
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 160 minutes

DVD Description
Learn the moves behind Tarantino's Kill Bill

Let movie Star David Carradine lead you through this special introduction to Kung Fy, with a selection of exercises designed to help both strengthen and relax your mind and body with ancient techniques perfected over the centuries, the same techniques that would influence the choreographed fight scenes in Tarrintino's 'Kill Bill'. These ancient physical art forms use stretching, deep breathing and invigorating circular motion to gently awaken and loosen your entire body, improving balance, co-ordination and suppleness.

Synopsis
KILL BILL star David Carradine guides you through this introduction to Kung Fu, with a series of exercises designed to both strengthen the body and relax the mind.

From the Back Cover
The Kung Fu Programme

Approx 55-minute Workout To create heightened mental and body awareness. Inclues: Stretching exercises * Stance Training * Kicking Exercises * Combination Exercises *Philosophy

The Tai chi Programme Approx 85-minute workout To cerate graceful, flowing movement. Includes: Stretching Exercises * Basic Stance * Vital Energy & Fitness Exercises * Individual Tai Chi Movements * Complete Tai Chi Form * Meditation Sequence

Customer Reviews

Not at all recommended
To start with i found this dvd very hard to take seriously. The people are dressed like they are from the 70's hair styles and all. It is very confusing because the exercise routine cannot be done by you mirroring the dvd as they use the same left and right as you, so you are doing the opposite. The other exercises seem to do everything at a different pace to the teacher so i didn't know which to follow and the camera is not on the actual leader for long enough. The tai chi sequences are almost impossible to follow. On top of this the narration is muffled. The only good thing about this dvd is the beginning stretching, which does leave you feeling more supple. Overall i wouldn't recommend buying this, there are other much better exercise dvds in the shops.

Dated but a good guide at the start
If you are new to Tai Chi, then I think this has some of the ground work you will want to learn. I agree that the styling for the video is somewhat dated and eighties looking, but I personally find this charming and it does not distract from the core values in the video. There are some excellent workouts and if you take the time to really learn the tai chi form demonstrated, you will find the benefits from it can come into your life.

It is not as well crafted as his later videos, but does contain some really good instruction and will get you on the road to health and flexibility. All in all a good 'introduction for beginners' as it is called. The meditation section is also nice and has some valuable lessons.

Style isn't everything!