Qigong

Qigong is an ancient form of Chinese practice that expands your energy field. Qi stands for the force of life that powers oneself, everybody has their own individual Qi. Gong stands for effort and discipline. Qigong, pronounced “chee-gung,” is meant to do more than just stretch your muscles and ligaments, it’s used to harmonize your […]

In the study and practice of Chinese medicine, there are different groups of alternative healing from acupuncture to herbal remedies, meditation, and martial arts practices like Kung Fu, Tai Chi, and Qi Gong. The pinyin form of qi is translated to life energy and gong translates to achievement or good result. In the West, qigong

Chinese hospitals have recognized Qigong as a form of medical treatment for various ailments since 1989, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that practicing Qigong has a long list of benefits. By integrating slow, gentle movement with meditative, diaphragmatic breathing, Qigong creates a calmness of mind and strength of body that helps balance your

While the underlying precepts of the practice of Qigong remain the same, the goal you want to achieve will determine which type of exercises you choose. There are four main types of Qigong, each with a specific purpose and focus. However, many of those who train in one discipline find that the benefits tend to