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Over the centuries, the five major traditions of qi-gong: the Confucian, Buddhist, Taoist, medical and martial arts, have founded their own theories on qi-gong. However, the fundamental basis is closely related to TCM theories on the yin and yang, five elements, organs and meridians. TCM principles are also used to…
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Qi-gong is a qi (vital energy) management practice, which is used to integrate and cleanse the body, mind and spirit. Through the use of specific postures, proper breathing and mental reframing, qi (vital energy) can flow freely throughout the entire body. Constant practice helps to promote health, prevent disease and…
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There are certain basic features which are essential to qi-gong regardless of the form or school. Being natural and relaxed During practice, it is most important to keep the body and mind relaxed and peaceful. However, relaxation does not mean slackness or inattentiveness. Instead, it refers to a balance between…
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Qigong routines can be simple or complex, short or long, and can be done at standing, walking, sitting and lying down. Some are quite vigorous and demanding, others can be practiced by people who are weak in order to regain strength and health. Most qi-gong exercises involve posture / movements…
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The history of qi-gong dates back to about 5000 years. There were many terms given to such kind of exercise before, like xing-qi (promoting the circulation of qi), fu-qi (taking qi), dao-yin (guiding the energy flow), tui-na (exhaling and inhaling), zuo-chan (sitting in meditation), yang-shen (nourishing the spirit) and jing-zuo…
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The term qi-gong (pronounced “chee kung’) is formed by two Chinese characters: “qi” (energy) plus “gong” (work or practice). Its closest translation is “energy cultivation” requiring the integration of mind and body. It is based on the concept of Chinese qi physiology; the ancient Chinese believed qi was the most…
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