I like to finish my exercise workouts with some form of cooldown whether it be traditional stretching, yoga holds, tai chi, qi gong, or maybe even a soft Kung Fu.
Doing relaxation focusing exercises is important for transitioning the body from a high stress “fight or flight” sympathetic nervous system to a low stressed “rest and digest” parasympathetic nervous system.
We want to spend most of our day in a low physical and mental well being state.
Regular practice—even just 10 minutes daily—can permanently enhance focus, reduce anxiety, improve sleep quality, and lower blood pressure.
origninal 10 Hung Kuen POSES
Present the 10 animal poses of Hung Kuen in a continuous cool down stretch presentation.
Hold each shape for 5 seconds.
Focus on recognizable body positions.
Think demonstration.
Incorporate deep diaphragmatical breathing as you remain still in your POSE
“Soft” Hung Kuen Poses
1. Tiger 🐅
Pose: Attack stance with growl, clawed hands reaching forward
Focus: Power
2. Crane 🐦
Pose: One-leg two hands stance, knee to elbow
Focus: Balance
3. Leopard 🐆
Pose: Starting race stance, hands and feet ready and look ahead
Focus: Speed
4. Snake 🐍
Pose: Prone stance, use forearms with head up
Focus: Accuracy
5. Dragon
Pose: lunge stance, knee over foot in front and long back leg
Focus: Protection
6. Bear 🐻
Pose: Folded squat stance, arms straight out ahead
Focus: Strength
7. Eagle 🦅
Pose: Twisted stance/ arms entangled, legs entangled
Focus: Flexibility
8. Monkey 🐒
Pose: Forward fold touching toes stance, eyes ahead
Focus: Agility
9. Horse 🐎
Pose: Standing strong, fists chambered
Focus: Stability
10. Deer 🦌
Pose: 90 90 stance, supportive arm position
Focus: Sensitivity
Soft Hung Kuen Routine
- Begin at the wall with a seated squat (basic or advanced)
- Walk into an open space and perform your first POSE … hold for 5 seconds
- Change to your second POSE and hold for 5 seconds
- Change one last time into your 3rd POSE and hold for 5 seconds
- Leave the space and return to the seated wall squat
- All 10 Hung Kuen POSES could be part of your routine
Take Away
Pose exercises, such as those in yoga, Qi Gong, Tai Chi, or Hung Kuen, offer comprehensive benefits by combining physical movement with deep breathing to increase your strength, flexibility and balance.
Regular practice reduces chronic pain (especially in the back and neck), improves posture, lowers stress, and promotes better sleep and mental relaxation.
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