These flowing, low impact movements are performed using a short baton, which helps inexperienced students maintain correct posture, improves the action of breathing and aids the flow of internal energy. Easy to learn, and suitable for all ages, this programme helps with flexibility, strength and cardio-vascular fitness. It has proved particularly beneficial for those students suffering from stress and back problems. The author has studied a variety of internal and external martial arts over the last 50 years and has represented England as a Powerlifter. (He initially developed Chi Baton...