8 Steps to Living a Long Life

“As a retired doctor of psychotherapy I am particularly interested in the psychological and physical impact this book will offer, ensuring good health and longevity. In addition to psychology, much of my professional career has been as a singer and singing teacher. The breathing techniques Peter teaches in this book are first-class for people who may suffer from a weakness in their breathing, typically caused by being physically blocked through poor deportment. These techniques will unlock, repair, and regulate the whole respiratory function. I suffer from osteoarthritis and myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), an incurable chronic disease, and Peter’s teachings have enabled me to function far more positively and productively than otherwise would have been possible.In summary, I recommend this book for any age or state of health, as one that provides gentle and easy movements, very clearly explained, to maintain good health and a sense of well-being; to aid healing or to restore good health after illness; to improve living where full physical restoration may not be possible; or merely to work toward a long and healthy life.” * CHRISTINE SIMONS, M.D., DProf, DipPsych, Chartered Fellow CIPD *“Peter’s new book makes us look at ourselves through a different lens—the lens of longevity. He emphasizes the importance of ‘health now for longevity later,’ and I believe all age groups and fitness levels will benefit from the sound work/life balance the Earth Path offers.Elite sports would be wise to take notice of its guidance because super fit does not necessarily mean super healthy, and the truth is we all want to live long and die healthy. Having worked closely with Peter I know firsthand his knowledge and attention to detail, which shines through in this book.” * TOM HEATON, Manchester United and England International goalkeeper *

Sifu Peter Newton is a registered senior instructor and honorary vice president of the Tai Chi Union for Great Britain. An expert in his field, he specializes in medical tai chi, applying tai chi and qigong as a remedial therapy to alleviate ailments. With more than forty years of experience and training directly with Chinese masters, Peter lives in Llandudno, Wales.