Introduction to the Health Benefits of Ba Duan Jin Qigong

Introduction to the Health Benefits of Ba Duan Jin Qigong

Ba Duan Jin Qigong is one of the traditional health-preserving practices with significant effects on fitness and disease prevention. Unlike modern fitness routines, it does not require heavy breathing or excessive sweating; instead, it emphasizes the unity of body and mind. The simple movements and outstanding fitness results make Qigong a beloved method of exercise, … Read more

The Functions of Qigong: Harmony, Communication, and Nourishment

The Functions of Qigong: Harmony, Communication, and Nourishment

Author: Sun Qinian 【Editor’s Note】This public account has previously launched a series of articles titled “‘Qi’ Talks” authored by Sun Qinian, which popularizes the basic knowledge and practices of Qigong, reviews the historical development of Qigong, and has received positive feedback. Therefore, in the new year, we will continue to promote this series of articles, … Read more

What Exactly is Qigong?

What Exactly is Qigong?

Like traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and acupuncture, Qigong is also an important component of TCM. However, many people who are not specialists in Qigong find it difficult to clearly articulate what Qigong actually is. In reality, the ambiguity surrounding the concept of Qigong is the starting point for pseudo-Qigong and cults like “FLG” to exploit … Read more

The Essence and Qi of Six-Character Formula in Fitness Qigong

The Essence and Qi of Six-Character Formula in Fitness Qigong

The practice of Fitness Qigong can be divided into three stages: “scattered thoughts” (杂思), “focused thoughts” (专思), and “no thoughts” (无思). The “scattered thoughts” stage is further divided into early, middle, and late periods, while both the “focused thoughts” and “no thoughts” stages are divided into early and late periods. This article discusses the application … Read more

Introduction to Qigong Techniques

Introduction to Qigong Techniques

The locations of the Eight Points of the Great Circulation of Qigong and the Eight Meridians are as follows: 1. **Ren Point** (Ren Mai Ren Xue): The Ren channel represents responsibility; the heart is the master of the body, thus the Ren point is located at the heart. The heart governs intention, and everything arises … Read more

The Benefits of Practicing Fitness Qigong: Six Key Principles You Should Know

The Benefits of Practicing Fitness Qigong: Six Key Principles You Should Know

The 14th National Games mass performance activities are in full swing. Fitness Qigong, as one of the four major mass event performance categories, attracts enthusiasts from all over the country to participate in competitions.Of course, our fitness Qigong enthusiasts in Sichuan are also actively preparing for the finals, wishing them great success!Qigong has a long … Read more

Introduction to Fitness Qigong Knowledge (Issue 43)

Introduction to Fitness Qigong Knowledge (Issue 43)

Qigong is a sports discipline rich in national characteristics, with a long history and cultural heritage spanning thousands of years. To understand the basics of Qigong, one must know what Qigong is, which includes various forms such as Fitness Qigong, Tai Chi Qigong, and Health Preservation Qigong. Let’s explore this together. Fitness Qigong Fitness Qigong … Read more

Daoist Qigong: Enhancing Physical Strength and Winter Resilience with Kunlun Qigong

Daoist Qigong: Enhancing Physical Strength and Winter Resilience with Kunlun Qigong

In the past, I was physically weak, particularly sensitive to cold, and often caught colds. Later, I learned Kunlun Qigong from a folk master, and my health improved significantly, and I felt more energetic. Even in the cold winter, I only need to wear a single layer of clothing. Through years of practice, I have … Read more

The Relationship Between Qigong, Pseudo-Qigong, and Cults

The Relationship Between Qigong, Pseudo-Qigong, and Cults

Dr. Zhang Honglin, former director of the Qigong Research Office at the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, stated: “The rampant spread of pseudo-Qigong in society has created the soil or foundation for cults like Falun Gong. Many cults, such as Falun Gong, have developed under the guise of Qigong, stepping onto the platform of … Read more

A Brief Discussion on Kongjing Qigong

A Brief Discussion on Kongjing Qigong

2024/4/10 Kongjing Qigong is a practice that inherits the internal strength techniques from the Southern Shaolin Temple in Fujian, founded by Bodhidharma and passed down by Ji Gong, and the Luohan methods from the Tiantai sect in Zhejiang. It has been developed over approximately twenty generations by Master Huang Renzhong, who has continuously conducted scientific … Read more