| Chi Kung (qi gong) is an
exercise system from China that combines slow, gentle movement
- or sometimes even stillness - with calm regular breathing.
Although there are many different styles of chi kung, the movements
themselves are often quite easy to learn. The challenge comes
from co-ordinating these with the correct way of breathing. When
this is achieved, the body's natural vitality - the Qi (or chi)
- is circulated far more efficiently than would normally be the
case. With daily practice, therefore, chi kung can strengthen
the overall state of health and increase resistance to illness.The
author of this page, Robert Parry, is a practitioner of oriental
medicine and a long-time student of Eastern exercise systems
such as yoga, tai ji and qi gong. |