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Classic 5 Kung Fu Poses
Discover the 5 classic kung fu poses taught in the Flagstaff Heaven Fist 10K program. A visual and instructional guide led by Master Steenrod....
Martial Arts and Spiritual Brain Washing
Martial arts may look spiritual, but they’re not. This popular article breaks down the real relationship between kung fu and spirituality, debunking myths while honoring...
Explainer Vids
Struggling?
Struggling? – A Teaching from Water Mountain Struggle isn’t failure—it’s growth in action. In this short video, Master Mikel Steenrod explains how martial arts and...
How Qi Storage Affects Your Life
Master Steenrod talks about the different ways qi storage affects our lives and how our life choices can change it....
Pro Arnis
High Altitude Martial Arts, Focused on Flagstaff, AZ
Smart Martial Arts in Flagstaff’s High Altitude Sun
Flagstaff martial artists face unique challenges when training outdoors at 7,000 feet. This guide offers smart strategies to handle intense sun, dry air, and elevation—from...
Hydration in a High-Desert Environment: Flagstaff, AZ
Stay hydrated in Flagstaff’s high-desert climate! Learn essential hydration tips for martial artists and outdoor enthusiasts to maintain peak performance and avoid dehydration risks....
Training Insights
Classic 5 Kung Fu Poses
Discover the 5 classic kung fu poses taught in the Flagstaff Heaven Fist 10K program. A visual and instructional guide led by Master Steenrod....
Martial Arts and Spiritual Brain Washing
Martial arts may look spiritual, but they’re not. This popular article breaks down the real relationship between kung fu and spirituality, debunking myths while honoring...
Wellness and Fitness
Nutrition
Nutrition for Male Kung Fu Practitioners Over 60
Nutritional strategies for male Kung Fu practitioners over 60—boost muscle, support recovery, and stay agile with age-specific meal plans and anti-inflammatory foods....
Aging, Testosterone, and the Martial Artist
Testosterone Decline and Martial Arts – Explore how age-related hormone changes impact martial performance and discover nutrition strategies to stay strong, sharp, and resilient over...
Weapons
Qi Gong
Cautions and Opportunities of the Fall Qi
2023: As summer's stable yang gives way to fall’s dynamic transition, learn how to align your energy with the season to enhance your health and...
Qi Gong Weather Report-March 19, 2025
Qi Gong Weather Report – March 19, 2025: Wind Qi is ramping up in Flagstaff. Learn how seasonal shifts are affecting your energy body and...