The life of the Shaolin monks

In this famous ancient monastery, the monks settled in the sixth century. Their life is dedicated prayers to the Buddha, spiritual enlightenment and, of course, martial arts. The whole world admires their strength and spirit.

Training solinsky monks hard. During the exercises and workouts they do not regret it, believe me. Usually, a typical day begins with the monks at five o'clock in the morning. Then they go to the main temple for two hours of prayer.



Prayers and exercise. No exceptions – praying everything. Then comes the time of exercise: exercise focused on honing the existing skills of martial arts.





Their bodies are physically developed and very flexible. From early childhood, the monks are training and integrated exercises. After a workout the body, it is time for martial arts. You should know that there are five styles of Chuan solinsky monks: Tiger, Dragon, Leopard, praying Mantis and Snake. All pupils study these styles to three years. The incident this time, the monk must reach a certain level. Then it's time to explore the system of Shaolin that has 170 species.





It is worth noting that the daily workout takes 15 hours. In the evening the Shaolin monks can do our own things. Then dinner and rest. And when night comes, the inhabitants of Shaolin put to sleep, which will strengthen body and spirit new strength for a new day.published

P. S. And remember, just changing your mind — together we change the world! ©

Source: mif-facts.com.ua