WHAT IS QI?
“气 功 ”
In Chinese, qi means life energy, whereas gong denotes work. Together, the two characters translate the meaning of energy work. According to Chinese traditions, qi works throughout all of nature as the soul of all force, motion, and energy. In ancient Chinese medicine, it is an established principle that the qi guides the blood in the body. This means that regular practice of qigong promotes the flow of qi, and in turn, better blood circulation and overall wellness of the body.
Through different sets of movements and stances, some tracing back over 3,000 years, Qigong and Neigong (internal work) teach you how to exercise in ways, which develop and strengthen your body, mind, and energy.
The external postures help increase the flow of fluids, whereas the practice of internal movements, often referred to as neigong, hones the flow of qi energy from within. Over time, the combination of these external and internal techniques will allow you to eliminate any blockages in the channels of the body and regulate the functioning of various organs.
"Tension is who you think you should be. Relaxation is who you are."