Qigong Breathing Therapy

Series Summary

Qigong is literally translated as energy cultivation and involves the coordinating of breathing patterns and physical postures of the body as instructed in an aspect of Chinese medicine. Qigong is often taught alongside Chinese martial arts to maintain a healthy body. The origin of this form of medicinal exercise is traced back as far as 18th century B.C. In ancient history, practitioners believed that this practice could enhance the physical, metabolic and mental functions of the body. Today, medical universities give degrees in Qigong. In this series of expert videos, you will find a valuable introduction to Qigong from our world renowned Qigong master. Watch a video on the in-depth history of this medical exercise. Learn more about the classifications of Qigong. Learn how to treat fatigue and regulate your body and mind using Qigong practices. See how Qigong is used to relax your mind and aid in weight loss. Watch as our instructor instructs you on the functions of internal Qigong. Think you will benefit from Qigong? Watch these videos to learn the eight key elements of Qigong.

Video Transcript

"Welcome to Ace Acupuncture Clinic of Milwaukee. I am Dr. Jin, the chief acupuncturist of this clinic and the honorary professor at Guangzhou Univ. of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China. I began to learn Qigong from Master Jiao of China since the early 1970’s, and have integrated Qigong therapy into my medical practices. Today, on behalf of ExpertVillage.com, I will give you an introduction to medical Qigong. The word Qigong is a combination of two ideas. Qi is the vital energy of the body, and Gong is the exercise or the skill of working with the qi. It consists primarily of meditation, physical slow movements, and breathing exercises. Qigong therapy is also called medical Qigong. It contains a variety of forms in which Tai-Chi Chuan is the most renowned one. In my clinic, we teach many forms of medical Qigong: such as Relaxation Qigong, Slim Qigong, Energizing Qigong, Universal Qigong, Fragrance Qigong, and Palm Qigong. If you need more information on Qigong or my classes, please visit my website at AceAcupuncture.com or call 414-438-9488. "