”Qigong” can be translated as ”ancient health exercise” or ”thousands-of-years-old health gymnastics

”Qigong (气功, [tɕʰikʊŋ], also ch’i kung, chi kung) comprises a set of techniques with Chinese origins for physical and mental training.

Qigong is a holistic exercise for the body, mind, and heart that has developed over approximately 5,000 years in China. It involves simple, slow, and gentle movements combined with concentration exercises and sometimes breathing exercises. These practices are highly potent and activate the entire acupuncture system, promoting self-healing.

There are many different styles of Qigong, and the best approach is to try and find the one or ones that resonate with you. Some styles feature very simple movements that are easy to learn. Qigong can be practiced by both healthy individuals and those facing health challenges. It is mandatory for astronauts, and many elite athletes incorporate Qigong into their training. Even individuals in wheelchairs can practice Qigong by visualizing the movements.

Qigong is a means of reconnecting with oneself and finding balance. In an increasingly distracted world filled with material possessions, relationships, work, and more, rediscovering oneself is profoundly healing. It helps bring about calmness, a sense of freedom, increased resilience to stress, and improved sleep.

Training in Qigong is a way of taking responsibility for one’s life, and it automatically benefits the people, animals, and plants in your surroundings. Your calmness and harmony have a positive influence on your environment.”

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