Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Qi Gong

If you've ever been to China, you will notice that early in the morning, large groups of the elderly gather in parks and perform slow, soothing movements in unison. It's so beautiful to watch, and quite a wonderful thing to experience. Qi gong, also known as shibashi, is widely practiced in Asia for proper breathing, meditation, healing and exercise. We've been taught how to do this since middle school, and after my mom's surgery in 2008, it was the most appropriate kind of exercise for her. Qi gong is a great stress reliever, and it can also be done at home.  You can even buy one of those Chinese meditations CD to feel more authentic :) Try these steps from everyday-taichi.com

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