Qigong Blog
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Qigong (also written as chi kung) practiced correctly — as qigong, not qigong form — offers remarkable benefits for physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. But it has two genuine flaws that any honest guide to the practice has to acknowledge. Here they are. Flaw 1: It Takes Time Much of what’s written about qigong…
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If you practice Tai Chi as a martial art, this page probably isn’t for you. But if you practice Tai Chi primarily for health, vitality, and longevity — the same goals most qigong practitioners have — then the case for switching to qigong is worth hearing. Here it is, as clearly as possible. The Goals…
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People come to qigong for different reasons — but most fall into one of five categories. Whether you’re looking to address a specific health issue, build lasting energy, sharpen your mind, or cultivate something deeper, qigong has a well-defined tradition for each of these aims. Here’s what each one means in practice. 1. Health and…
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Qigong and chi kung refer to the same practice — they’re just different romanisations of the same Chinese characters. The variation in spelling comes from the Chinese dialect and the romanisation system used. Here’s a clear breakdown of what the terms mean and how they relate to each other. Why So Many Spellings? Chinese has…
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Qigong works by managing the flow of vital energy — called Qi — through the body. Qi is the force that keeps the body’s systems functioning. When it flows harmoniously, the result is good health. When it is blocked, illness follows. Qigong practice addresses this directly. The Three Stages of Qigong Practice The mechanism behind…
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Qigong (also written as chi kung) is the ancient Chinese art of deliberately managing your vital energy. In practice, it combines gentle external movements with coordinated breathing, performed in a meditative state of mind. It is the oldest of the five main branches of Traditional Chinese Medicine, with a history spanning over 5,000 years. If…
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Qigong is the art of deliberately managing your vital energy — the Qi that keeps you alive and underlies everything you do. But practicing qigong exercises without the 3 core skills is just gentle physical movement. Here’s what those skills are, why they matter, and what you’re missing without them. Why the 3 Core Skills…
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Most people practicing qigong today are not actually practicing qigong. They are practicing qigong form — the physical movements — without the energy and mind components that make qigong work. This distinction is the single most important thing to understand about qigong practice. What Qigong Actually Is Qigong is a composite of three elements practiced…
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If you’re hoping qigong will help you lose weight, the honest answer is: it depends on why you’re carrying excess weight in the first place. Qigong is one of the most powerful tools available for health and vitality — but it is not a fat loss tool in the conventional sense. Here’s what that means…
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Practicing qigong in a group is a fundamentally different experience from solo practice. The Qi flow tends to be stronger, the social dimension adds its own benefit, and — if a qigong master is present — the effect can be remarkable. Here’s an honest look at what group practice offers, and a couple of things…