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Qigong (气功) is a national treasure of China, with a history spanning thousands of years, originating from self-care activities of the human body, emphasizing the internal cultivation of “adjusting the body, adjusting the mind, and adjusting the breath”. Throughout the changes of historical dynasties, various schools have formed, among which the Daoist Qigong, Buddhist Qigong, … Read more
Qigong has become a household term in China, thanks to extensive media coverage. However, if you ask someone, “What is Qigong?” many may find it difficult to provide a clear answer. This indicates that years of promotion have not significantly aided in the scientific understanding of Qigong. Furthermore, it suggests that the current definitions of … Read more
The term “Qigong” originates from ancient understandings of Qi. Some have proposed using Qigong terminology to replace ancient concepts of “breathing” and “regulating Qi” due to their close relationship with Qi cultivation. With the rise of modern Qigong practice, it has become widely recognized as a synonym for health and disease prevention. The breathing and … Read more
Qigong, as an independent discipline, possesses its own characteristics. Familiarity with the characteristics of Qigong is of great significance for guiding research and practice in Qigong. The characteristics can be summarized into the following three aspects. 1. Holism Holism is a characteristic of the physiological effects of Qigong. Structurally, Qigong is an exercise method composed … Read more
Qigong is a unique gem in the treasure trove of Chinese medicine, representing a form of healthcare exercise that embodies the ethnic characteristics of our national medical heritage. It is a summary of the experiences of the Chinese people in their struggle against nature and disease, utilizing the power of consciousness to self-regulate the life … Read more
The Eight Pieces of Brocade (Ba Duan Jin) is one of the classic traditional health-preserving practices in China, emphasizing the unity of body and mind, with a rich historical and cultural connotation. The Eight Pieces of Brocade consists of eight basic movements characterized by softness and slowness, fluidity and continuity, a combination of relaxation and … Read more
The term “Qigong” is a modern concept, and its meaning varies among practitioners of medicine, Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism. Medical practitioners refer to it as “Shengsheng” (nurturing life), “Daoyin” (guiding and stretching), and “Xingqi” (circulating qi); Daoists refer to it as “Tuna” (breath regulation), “Neidan” (internal alchemy), “Xuangu” (mysterious skills), “Zhoutian” (circulating the heavens), and … Read more
Chinese Qigong is rich in content and diverse in types. It can be briefly categorized based on methods, forms, content, purposes, and origins. 1. Categorized by Practice Posture 1. Standing Qigong: This practice is performed in a standing position, also known as Zhan Zhuang. Standing Qigong is effective in increasing Qi strength, strengthening the body, … Read more
From Qigong to Breathing Techniques 1. The Effects of Qigong Qigong is said to trace back to the Tang Yao era, with the earliest references found in the Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon), particularly in the Suwen (Plain Questions) section, which summarizes several effective medical measures of the time: Bian stone therapy, poisons, moxibustion … Read more
Taiji Luo Wanxiang Since ancient times, practitioners of Chinese Qigong have undergone thousands of years of cultivation and transmission, compiling numerous methods. According to ancient texts, whether from Daoism, Confucianism, Buddhism, or martial arts schools, each has its unique Qigong practices, collectively numbering in the thousands, which can be said to return to one. Among … Read more