The term qi-gong (pronounced «chee kung’) is formed by two Chinese characters: «qi» (energy) plus «gong» (work or practice). Its closest translation is «energy cultivation» requiring the integration of mind and body.
It is based on the concept of Chinese qi physiology; the ancient Chinese believed qi was the most fundamental entity making up the world, and everything in the universe resulted from the movement and change of qi. By tracking and building up our own qi, a practitioner of qi-gong can activately realign all levels, move together or create new internal environments in the body.
Moreover, this kind of self-practice exercise helps to attain a higher level of intellectual and spiritual states of mind. Qigong is the Chinese philosophy and practice of aligning breath, physical activity and awareness for mental, spiritual and body health.
- History
- Theory
- Practice
- Dynamic, Static and Meditative qigong
- Applications
- Health, Self-cultivation, Martial arts
Based on www.wikipedia.org
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