{"id":175,"date":"2021-04-16T15:19:51","date_gmt":"2021-04-16T15:19:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/?page_id=175"},"modified":"2022-08-18T15:41:24","modified_gmt":"2022-08-18T15:41:24","slug":"best-qigong-exercises-for","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/best-qigong-exercises-for\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Qigong Exercises For &#8230;"},"content":{"rendered":"\t<div class=\"ose-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube ose-youtube-single-video aligncenter\">\n\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vEufjCZz_iw?controls=1&#038;fs=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1\"\n\t\t        allowtransparency=\"true\"\n\t\t        allowfullscreen=\"true\"\n\t\t        frameborder=\"0\"\n\t\t        width=\"640\" height=\"360\">\n\t\t<\/iframe>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"480\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/18lohanhands.jpg\" alt=\"18 Qigong Exercises Known as 18 Lohan Hands\" class=\"wp-image-176\" srcset=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/18lohanhands.jpg 480w, https:\/\/qigong15.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/18lohanhands-300x213.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>One of the most common questions I get is &#8220;Which qigong exercise should I practice to &lt;fill in the blank&gt;?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, I was looking through the book I wrote &#8220;Shaolin Chi Kung: 18 Exercises To Help You Live a Longer, Healthier and Happier Life&#8221; yesterday and decided to compile the list below for you. I hope you find it useful&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which Pattern Does What?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Lifting The Sky\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/lifting-the-sky\/\">Both Hands Lift Sky<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Lifting the Sky<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Excellent for Generating Chi Flow<\/li><li>Treatment of Haemorrhoids<\/li><li>Improves Health in all its aspects<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Shooting Arrows\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/shooting-arrows\/\">Shoot Arrows Left Right<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Shooting Arrows<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Massages Heart and Lung Systems<\/li><li>Improves all Respiratory Problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Plucking Stars\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/plucking-stars-change-galaxies\/\">Pluck Stars Change Galaxies<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Plucking Stars<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Overcomes disorders of the stomach and spleen systems (e.g. Indigestion and Diabetes)<\/li><li>Overcomes Liver and Gall Bladder Problems<\/li><li>Activates the Eight Secondary Meridians<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Rotating Winch\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/rotating-winch\/\">Rotating Winch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Turning Head<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Gives Spinal Cord a Gentle Shake Up<\/li><li>Overcomes Headaches and Migraine<\/li><li>Used to Cleanse Nervous System<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Big Turn Of The Cosmos\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/big-turn-of-the-cosmos\/\">Big Turn of the Cosmos<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Merry Go Round<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Revitalises \u2013 forget Caffeine!<\/li><li>Massages Internal Organs<\/li><li>Useful Against Rheumatism, Diabetes or Indigestion<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Punching With Wide Eyes\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/punching-with-wide-eyes\/\">Punching With Wide Eyes<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Angry Eyed Punches<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Massages and Strengthens the Heart System<\/li><li>Develops Powerful Punches for Martial Artists<\/li><li>Beneficial for the Intestines and Eyes<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Look Back To Carry The Moon\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/look-back-to-carry-the-moon\/\">Look Back to Carry the Moon<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Carrying the Moon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Promotes Youthfulness<\/li><li>Beneficial for the Spine<\/li><li>Enhances the Nervous System<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Reverse Hands Bend Waist\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/reverse-hands-bend-waist\/\">Reverse Hands Bend Waist<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Nourish Kidney<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Important for Sexual Health and Functioning<\/li><li>Enhances the Intellect<\/li><li>Increases Vitality<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Three Levels To Ground\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/three-levels-to-ground\/\">Three Levels to Ground<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Three Levels to Earth<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Strengthens the Heart System<\/li><li>Generate better Energy Flow<\/li><li>Increases Vitality<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Divine Crane Starts Dancing\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/divine-crane-starts-dancing\/\">Divine Crane Starts Dancing<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Dancing Crane<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Channels Energy to the Legs<\/li><li>Overcomes Kidney Stones<\/li><li>Overcomes Dull Intellect<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Second Son Carrying Mountains\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/second-son-carrying-mountains\/\">Second Son Carrying Mountains<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Carrying Mountain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Develops Powerful Arms For Martial Artists<\/li><li>Overcomes Chronic Back Pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Lohan Draws Saber\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/lohan-draws-saber\/\">Lohan Draws Sabre<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Drawing Knife<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Generates Energy Flow to the Eight Secondary Meridians<\/li><li>Releases Tension in the Neck and Shoulders<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Fierce Tiger Pushing Mountains\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/fierce-tiger-pushing-mountains\/\">Fierce Tiger Pushing Mountains<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Pushing Mountain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Develops Internal Force for Martial Artists<\/li><li>Overcomes Rheumatism<\/li><li>Promotes Mental Freshness<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Green Dragon Separating Water\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/green-dragon-separating-water\/\">Green Dragon Separating Water<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Separating Water<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Overcomes Depression<\/li><li>Beneficial to the Heart and Lung Systems<\/li><li>Helps Ladies to develop a \u201cLovely Bust\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Green Dragon Presenting Claws\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/green-dragon-presenting-claws\/\">Green Dragon Presenting Claws<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Presenting Claws<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Beneficial for those with Diabetes<\/li><li>Overcome Digestive Disorders<\/li><li>Overcome Worry and Anxiety<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Big Windmill Hand\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/big-windmill-hand\/\">Big Windmill Hand<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Windmill Hand<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Beneficial for the Liver and Spleen systems<\/li><li>Beneficial for those with Diabetes<\/li><li>Develops Internal Force for Martial Artists<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Lift Heels Bend Knees\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/lift-heels-bend-knees\/\">Lift Heels Bend Knees<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Deep Knee Bends<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Stimulates Flow of Energy to Hands and Feet<\/li><li>Useful for those with Rheumatisum, Arthritus and Internal Injuries<\/li><li>Wonderful for the Lower Body<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><a title=\"Divine Crane Rotates Knees\" href=\"https:\/\/qigong15.com\/exercises\/18-lohan-hands\/divine-crane-rotates-knees\/\">Divine Crane Rotates Knees<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Known As: Rotating Knees<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At A Glance:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Enhance Sexual Performance and Enjoyment<\/li><li>Excellent for those with Knee Pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As always, please remember that the catalogue of benefits listed above for the qigong exercises from the 18 Lohan Hands are only obtainable is you are practicing qigong and not qigong form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Qigong is a composite of Form, Energy and Mind. Form being the least important of the three (though still important!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please feel free to leave any comments or questions in the box below. If you do, please be cool. Remember the Fonz? The Fonz was cool and only cool people are welcome to leave comments on this blog =)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bye for now<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marcus James Santer<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the most common questions I get is &#8220;Which qigong exercise should I practice to &lt;fill in the blank&gt;?&#8221; Well, I was looking through the book I wrote &#8220;Shaolin Chi Kung: 18 Exercises To Help You Live a Longer, Healthier and Happier Life&#8221; yesterday and decided to compile the list below for you. 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