How to Regulate the Standing Postures in Qigong Practice

Correct and appropriate postures are crucial for the practice of qigong. Commonly used styles of postures include sitting, lying, standing, and walking. The standing posture is common in practicing qigong. A standard style such as the Tri-Round-Style Standing Stump described below can help promote the energy and benefit the heart, lung, and back.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. To start, stand erect with the feet parallel to each other. Keep the feet about shoulder-width apart. Evenly distribute the body weight between the two feet. This is to make a solid and deep connection with the ground. Have the top of the head reaches upward.

2. Relax the whole body. Bend the knees slightly and keep them soft and unlocked. However, do not extend the knees beyond the toes.

3. Have the eyes looking ahead softly, or closed gently to avoid distractions. Naturally close the mouth. Have the tongue tip gently touching the upper palate.

4. Make an embracing gesture through extending the arms in front of the body to create a circle. Have the fingers in each hand slightly separated and bent, as if holding a ball.

Tips & Warnings

• When standing, use as little force as possible. Do not use too much effort.

Resources

• How to Practice Qigong