Qigong Sets
A Qigong DVD featuring the following Qigong Sets is now available
8 Brocade Qigong
(Ba Duan Jin)
1 Hold up the sky Regulates all internal organs and helps to correct posture.
2 The Archer Exercises heart and lungs. Improves circulation.
3 One hand high Increases flow of energy down sides of body
4 Look back and gaze at the moon Stimulates kidneys. Strengthens neck and shoulders
5 Bend to side Relaxing. Increases flow of energy down several meridians.
6 Circling forwards Exercises muscles of lower back and legs. Stimulates kidneys
and organs of lower abdomen.
7 Punch hands slowly Develops flow of chi through body frm feet upwards. Helps
circulation.
8 Shaking the kidneys Massages internal organs. Good for spine, central nervous
system and balance.
(Movements 4, 5, 6 and 8 are not recommended when pregnant)
Eighteen Tai Chi Qi Gong
(Shi Ba Shi Tai Chi Qi Gong)
The Eighteen Tai Chi Qi Gong system was developed by Professor Lin Hou Sheng in 1979.
Lin Hou Sheng is a renowned Qi Gong master and healer. He was a professor at the College of Chinese Medicine in Shanghai, director of the Chinese Qi Gong Research Institute and the Honorary President of the International Society of Natural Cures.
The Qi Gong set is simple to learn and the moves can be adapted to suit the needs of the individual.
Although this type of Qi Gong has the name "Tai Chi QI Gong" it has little resemblance to, or connection with, Tai Chi Chuan the martial art, apart from three movements: Heaven and Earth, Repulse Monkeys and Wave Hands in Clouds.
| | Benefits |
1. Commencing Form (Heaven and Earth) | Regulates blood pressure, strengthens the heart, helps to keep joints supple. |
| 2. Open the Chest Wide | Improves respiration, strengthens heart and lungs, helps reduce depression and insomnia. |
| 3. Rainbow Dance | Balances blood pressure, aids the digestive system. |
| 4. Separate the Clouds | Strengthens the legs, stimulates the kidneys, benefits lungs and heart and improves blood circulation. |
| 5. Repulse Monkeys | Stimulates the liver and gall bladder channels. |
| 6. Rowing the Boat | Stimulates kidney and bladder function. Strengthens the back (if done correctly) |
7. Lift Ball to Shoulder (upright and bending forward) | Balances blood pressure, stimulates the spleen channel. |
| 8. Turn and Gaze at the Moon | Liver and gall bladder channels are slightly stretched, improves flexibility in the lower spine. |
| 9. Push palms Diagonally | Aids digestion, stimulates the large intestine channel. Strengthens dantien, legs and back. |
| 10. Wave Hands in Clouds | Aids digestion and is believed to calm the central nervous system. |
11. Scoop Water from the Sea and Look at the Sky | Stimulates heart and lungs and improves blood circulation. |
| 12. Pushing Like a Wave | Improves function of kidneys and bladder, strengthens legs and hip joints. |
| 13. Bird Stretches Wings | Improves respiration, strengthens heart and lungs and helps reduce depression. |
| 14. Punch Forward | Aids digestion and regulates bowel movements. Stimulates mental clarity. |
| 15. Wild Goose Flies Through the Air | Stimulates lungs, promotes lightness and helps lift depression. |
| 16. Ferris Wheel | Strengthens kidneys and promotes back flexibillity and strength (if done correctly). |
| 17. Bounce the Ball | Improves co-ordination and balance. |
| 18. Press Down to Calm the Mind | Calms and balances the mind. |