Qigong, I bet it is not what you think it is

Honestly,  most people have no clue what it is.  More honestly, after years of practicing, and learning, I am still discovering what it is.  Qigong is much more that stretching.

First of all, lets take the fact that is was developed in China out of the equation.  I would rather say it was developed by some pretty intuitive folks who discovered the mind / body awareness connection 3 – 5 thousand years ago.

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One good turn deserves another: a quick look at the Kwa factor

You may know of the Kwa,  or you may be saying HUH?

For years now I have been practicing Tai Chi and Qigong;  shifting, turning and carrying my core through movements.

The view from the top… where are your eyes during Tai Chi and Qigong?

I am sure there are many differing opinions on the subject of the eyes in regard to Tai Chi and Qigong practice.

My first sensei taught me his take on it and it seems to work fine for me and those I teach.

Two fitness training principals to avoid injury and build balanced movement.

Have you ever heard of these two principles of movement in fitness / exercise training?

 

1: The 70% rule

2: Work to your weakest side

 

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Qigong is the best fitness program you’re not doing

All modalities of movement are not created equal. 

Yes, I stated the obvious but for a reason.  It was to hopefully to get to you see where I was going with this.  Keep reading to find out.

10 years ago, I would have started talking about the benefits of Tai Chi here, but today I want to talk about Qigong.