8. Three Key Elements of Qigong

Video Transcript: The forms of Qigong vary but it mainly involves three aspects of training: regulation of the body, regulation of the breath, and regulation of the mind. They are the three key elements for any type of Qigong exercises. Unless there is a close combination and coordination of them, the exercise of Qigong will not be fruitful. The popular Tai-Chi Chuan is a typical example to combine these three elements into one. However, for different forms of Qigong, there may be different extents of emphasis on these three elements. For example, Fragrance Qigong requires less attention on the regulation of the breath and the mind, so that is easier to learn for most elders and become extensively practiced in China. The eight-section of brocade Qigong pays more attention on the regulation of the body; namely, it needs more muscular movements or stretches.

 

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