The document provides an overview of Northern Shaolin Tan Tui, an external hard style originating from Longtan Temple in Shandong Province, China. It discusses the style's emphasis on building external energy through broad movements and conditioning exercises. The style has 8-12 forms depending on the school. Historically, Shaolin monks conditioned their bodies through rigorous training like carrying water, striking each other, and balancing for hours to strengthen muscles and build endurance. Modern training incorporates bands, weights, balls and machines for strength training along with ball exercises, yoga, and sparring. Proper nutrition of water, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals is also important for supporting martial arts training.