Move over, Marvel heroes—Shaolin kung fu’s One-Finger Zen is the real-life superpower you need to see! This legendary technique, part of the 72 arts of Shaolin, combines martial arts mastery with mind-blowing focus.
In a series of jaw-dropping photos, practitioner Shi Yanqian demonstrates the art’s essence: balancing his entire body in a handstand while channeling energy into one finger per hand. Think yoga meets Dragon Ball Z, but way more ancient!
Originating from China’s iconic Shaolin Temple (yes, the same one from Kung Fu Panda), this defensive move isn’t just about strength—it’s about harmony between body and mind. Monks historically used such techniques for both combat and meditation.
Why does this matter today? As young travelers flock to China’s Henan province to learn kung fu, moves like One-Finger Zen showcase how traditional practices stay relevant in our TikTok era. Plus, it’s basically the ultimate core workout.
This legendary technique, part of the 72 arts of Shaolin, combines martial arts mastery with mind-blowing focus.
In a series of jaw-dropping photos, practitioner Shi Yanqian demonstrates the art’s essence: balancing his entire body in a handstand while channeling energy into one finger per hand. Think yoga meets Dragon Ball Z, but way more ancient! 
), this defensive move isn’t just about strength—it’s about harmony between body and mind. Monks historically used such techniques for both combat and meditation. 
