For centuries in China, monks performed Taoist Tai Chi styles to increase their qi (energy) flow and to remain in good physical health. Also within Taoism were many martial artists who practiced movement exercises to become stronger and more capable fighters. Out of these two exercises was born a practice known as Tai Chi Chuan. This article will focus on the aspect of Tai Chi exercises that relate to chi cultivation and healing. Tai Chi Chuan Styles and History[private] It is not known exactly when Tai Chi Chuan originated. Dr. Jwing‐Ming Yang, a Chinese … [Read more...]

There are literally thousands of qigong exercise routines to choose from. How do you know which one to choose, especially if you are a novice? With this in mind, I have decided to offer one of the healing qigong exercises that I am most fond of, that I have personally experienced the benefits of, and which is suitable for a beginner or advanced practitioner. But first, a quick qigong history lesson so that this qigong routine can be properly put in context.[private] Qigong (also spelled chi gong) can be basically translated as energy (qi) work (gong) and there are four main … [Read more...]