The Details:
The sunrise is at 6:46. The last low tide was at 8:22. It's a cool 46 at the house.
I've got nothing scheduled for today except for maybe a trip to Gaff's in Port Orange for entrees?
The Practice:
I managed to get up earlier (6 am) but still had a challenging time to get dressed and out the door before sunrise. The best color is 15-20 minutes before the actual sunrise.
I shot this image as soon as I arrived on the beach. It was cold with a north breeze and there were very few people on the beach. No locals just a few tourists.
I started with a full round of The 10 Exercises focused on consistency and overall health.
Next I did a Round (right side) reciting the original Taiji Classics. I remained focused on connecting with nature's Qi and Taoist Longevity Breathing in and out through the nose reciting:
Breathing in,
Qi is in me,
Breathing out,
I'm in Qi
Next I did a brief Standing PT and Healing Qigong.
Next I did a round of Yin style Baguazhang 8 Palms Set Changes 1-4 (both sides) reciting the names of the postures throughout the set.
Next I did a round of Anyo Anim tuned into the quality of my basics and applications.
Next I did a round of Kusanku Kata focused on mobility and agility.
Next I did a round of Taiji Dao using a wooden Bokken. I tuned into the timing of stance work and sword techniques.
Next I did a round of Pa-Kua Knife focused on using the correct techniques in the correct direction.
I returned to the house to eat breakfast and journal today's practices.