Soaring Crane Qi Gong

Qi Gong is the third aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine (acupuncture and herbal medicine being the other two aspects). Qi Gong, also spelled chi kung and pronounced chee gung, consists of gentle movements that stimulate and awaken the flow of healing energy in one’s body. Qi means energy and gong means practice. Qi gong is the practice of cultivating energy in the body. Qi Gong has been practiced in China for thousands of years. The basis of qi gong is the energetic concept of the human body as taught in traditional Chinese Medicine, including the chakras, meridians or channels, nadis, and special points that conduct qi to all organs and systems of the body.

There are many forms of qi gong. That is the movement pattern of the exercises is variable from type to type. Some forms emphasize breathing more, while others emphasize meditation, and others movements. Yet with good attitude and consistent practice the results of all forms are the same – improvement in physical, mental, and emotional health.


Reduced stress	Increased mobility in joints
Increased mental ability and clarity	Improved vision
Increased emotional stability	Improved hearing
Increased energy	Improved breathing
Improved outlook	Improved digestion
Improved overall health	Improved kidney function
Improved circulation	Increased bone density
Lowered blood pressure	Improved balance
Healing of chronic illness	Improved spinal motion
Reduced pain	Improved disease resistance