According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, we are born with a certain amount of qi (life energy). This energy flows through our bodies and nourishes the various organ systems: cardio-vascular, reproductive, digestive, purification, and respiratory. All bodily functions are supported and nourished by qi.
As we age the amount of qi decreases. Though qi is replenished by the food we eat and the air we breathe, these are usually not adequate to fully restore the balance. Practicing qigong recharges the energy stores and provides an additional means of replenishing our vital energy. Through this practice, one is able to connect and utilize the abundant energy of the heavens and earth. The heavenly energy enters via the Bai Hui acupoint at the crown of the head; and the earth energy via the Yong Quan points on the soles of the feet.
Depletion, blockage, or stagnation of qi leads to disease and degeneration. These conditions may be the result of poor lifestyle habits, such as smoking, insufficient sleep, or drinking too much alcohol. They may also be caused by injury, pollution, or emotional issues; all of which negatively effect the flow of qi. Blockages interfere with the necessary transport of vital energy throughout the body.
According to Chinese medical philosophy, the best doctors are not those who cure the sick; the best doctors are those who prevent illness from ever surfacing. Qigong helps clear blockages and deter illness by activating our tremendous natural healing ability.
This ability is quite evident in wild animals which heal illness and injury without medicine or doctors. When we enter the qigong mode, this natural healing ability is activated producing numerous benefits.
Be aware, however, that if you only practice qigong as a slow aerobic exercise, the benefits will only be that of slow exercise. In order to qualify as a qigong exercise one must meet and follow certain requirements. These are the major topics of the Qigong Mode and Tai Chi Posture Requirements program by Sifu Wing Cheung.
As we age the amount of qi decreases. Though qi is replenished by the food we eat and the air we breathe, these are usually not adequate to fully restore the balance. Practicing qigong recharges the energy stores and provides an additional means of replenishing our vital energy. Through this practice, one is able to connect and utilize the abundant energy of the heavens and earth. The heavenly energy enters via the Bai Hui acupoint at the crown of the head; and the earth energy via the Yong Quan points on the soles of the feet.
Depletion, blockage, or stagnation of qi leads to disease and degeneration. These conditions may be the result of poor lifestyle habits, such as smoking, insufficient sleep, or drinking too much alcohol. They may also be caused by injury, pollution, or emotional issues; all of which negatively effect the flow of qi. Blockages interfere with the necessary transport of vital energy throughout the body.
According to Chinese medical philosophy, the best doctors are not those who cure the sick; the best doctors are those who prevent illness from ever surfacing. Qigong helps clear blockages and deter illness by activating our tremendous natural healing ability.
This ability is quite evident in wild animals which heal illness and injury without medicine or doctors. When we enter the qigong mode, this natural healing ability is activated producing numerous benefits.
Be aware, however, that if you only practice qigong as a slow aerobic exercise, the benefits will only be that of slow exercise. In order to qualify as a qigong exercise one must meet and follow certain requirements. These are the major topics of the Qigong Mode and Tai Chi Posture Requirements program by Sifu Wing Cheung.
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