{"product_id":"refining-jin-isbn-9781623173401","title":"Refining Jin","description":"\u003cb\u003eA kung-fu champion explains the “coiling power” of Jin and how to subtly refine it for a more relaxed but explosive force, which can be used with multiple fighting and martial-arts styles\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAdding to the numerous basic exercises from his previous book, \u003ci\u003eDeveloping Jin\u003c\/i\u003e, Phillip Starr focuses on more advanced and subtle aspects of emitting the legendary “coiling power.” Starr explains this unique technique with straightforward ease, dozens of detailed photos, and the patience of a master teacher. This book is ideal for students interested in the martial-arts systems of baguazhang, taijiquan, and xingyiquan (or “coiling power”) who want to deepen their understanding and practice.PHILLIP STARR began studying martial arts in 1956, including judo, Kyokushin karate, Shito-ryu karate, Baixingquan (a form of Northern Shaolin kung fu), baguazhang, taijiquan, xingyiquan, and Filipino arnis. In 1976 he won the United States Karate Association's Grand Championships, becoming the first kung-fu stylist to win the title of National Champion. He is also a two-time winner of the Amateur Athletic Union's Chinese Martial Arts National Tournament. He has authored five books on the martial arts: \u003ci\u003eThe Making Of A Butterfly, Martial Mechanics, Martial Maneuvers,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eHidden Hands, \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eDeveloping Jin,\u003c\/i\u003e as well as numerous articles for various magazines and e-magazines, including Inside Kung Fu and Truwaza. Starr lives in Liuzhou City, Guangxi, China.","brand":"Blue Snake Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46302643585253,"sku":"NP9781623173401","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9781623173401.jpg?v=1767735569","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/refining-jin-isbn-9781623173401","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}