Xing Yi Quan Pangen - Twisting Root Excercise - Bagua?

In most Xingyi systems there is a form called the "Pangen" or "Twisting Root Exercise". The exercise is supposed to help build a number of skill sets not the least of which is Xingyi foot work. Many people believe the Pangen is just basterd-ized Bagua Zhang circle walking. Watch the video; you decide.........

Below is an exchange between a commenter and the owner of the video.

"bawei 2 days ago

Hi Fritz, it's different from bagua :-) I also study bagua (as additional style)! But XYQ circle walking is different. See the steps, the foot position is different, it is not tangnibu in pangen. Also handwork is other one. The body position is quite same. Best regards! Paul

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AcudocFritz 3 days ago

Thanks for this post. Having studied Bagua, I want to just call this Bagua, but..."