Qigong Form – Lift Heels

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Inhale – The fingertips of both hands stretch down toward the ground. Exhale – Slowly raise the heels until the ankles are fully extended. The fingers continue to stretch down. Hold this position for three complete breaths. Inhale – Sink the heels back to the ground. Repeat this Eight Silken Brocades qigong movement three or… Read more »

Yang 24 Form – Tai Chi Movement: Single Whip

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After the second Ward Off, Roll Back, Press and Push – Shift the weight into your left foot as you turn the waist to the left. The left forearm rotates so the palm faces your chest as you turn. The right palm sinks to hip height and faces the ground. It trails behind the movement,… Read more »

Qigong Form – Hold Ankles

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  Inhale – The hands lift to the small of your back. Rest the left hand in the right palm on the Ming Men acupuncture point Exhale – Lean back, arching throughout the spine and spine and gaze up Inhale – Use the expansion of the inhale to draw your body back to center Exhale… Read more »