Coupla' Honkies
I'm presently reading three books: 'Opening The Energy Gates Of Your Body' and 'The Power Of The Internal Martial Arts' by B.K. Frantzis, and 'Harnessing The Power Of The Universe' by Daniel Reid.
The great thing about Taoists from a western background is the fact that they can explain in western medical terms the nature of Taoist energy practices. I actually prefer the poetic descriptions of the east but the western explanations are far more convincing to those who always need to know the science.
Both these artists and authors know their stuff. If the nature of qigong and neigong are something you have some interest in grab one of these books. Should make things clear for you.
In one of my multi-hour web searches I found a fellow in Vancouver that studied with B.K. Frantzis and teaches baguazhang and qigong. I've emailed him and am waiting for a response. I'll keep you posted.