What is Qigong (pronounced chee-gong)?
Qigong literally translated is qi or energy and gong or exercise or exercises to support the body’s energy system. Qigong is like mindfulness practice with guided movement to harmonize body and mind which in turn reduces stress. Regular Qigong practice releases stress and tension from the body and helps to build vitality and strength. It also restores balance through the body, breath, and mind connection which fosters a harmonious state that enables one to move through the day in a mentally and emotionally stable way.
What are the Benefits of Qigong?
Incorporating an ongoing qigong practice into your daily or weekly routine has many benefits. The focused, deliberate movements slow down the busy mind, and allow a feeling of calm to inhabit the body. Other benefits include increased immunity, healthy heart rate, increased threshold for stress, more overall energy, and a general sense of well being. Qigong is a wonderful practice for the whole family because it combines slow, deliberate movements of the body and breath in low impact exercise format. This makes it a safe form of exercise for adults, children and seniors alike.
Where did Qigong Originate?
Qigong practice originated in China and has been around for thousands of years. It has been practiced by everyone from Kings and Emperors to farmers and sages. According to the Qigong Institute approximately 625,000 people practice qigong in the United States and millions more practice world wide.
Is All Qigong the Same?
There are many different forms of qigong, similar to the many different form of yoga, that have been practiced and developed for thousands of years. The qigong form that Dawn practices has been taught to her by Dr. Jerry Alan Johnson, who is an accomplished Medical Qigong doctor, Professor, Acupuncturist, and world reno
