Learn Qi Gong. It's a practice for people of all ages and fitness levels. The movements of Qi Gong are gentle, flowing, mindful, and coordinated with the breath.
Qigong is a 4,000-year-old traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that blends intentional movement, meditation and breathing practices. It’s based on the theoretical principle that we all have qi (pronounced “chi”), an energetic life force, flowing through our bodies. The belief is that qigong reduces stagnation of that energy, allowing the body to better heal itself. The literal translation of qigong is “to work with qi.
When you watch Qi Gong being practised, it looks graceful and effortless, yet it emerges from awareness, presence, and consistent practice.
When practised for health and well-being, the mindful movements of Qi Gong provide three essential benefits:
- Qi Gong supports physical health, balance, and flexibility.
- Qi Gong calms the nervous system and reduces stress.
- Qi Gong cultivates chi — life-force energy — through movement and breath.
Harvard Health published – The health benefits of Qigong
Practising 15–30 minutes a day can bring profound health benefits. The gentle, low-impact movements are far less stressful on the body than high-impact sports, making Qi Gong suitable for virtually anyone regardless of age or current state of health.
