Originally from China, but now practiced the world over, Qigong helps its practitioners improve their health and fitness, aid in healing and recovery of illness, relieve stress, develop energy and vitality, and gain a better sense of connection to themselves and the world around them.
Qigong practice has many benefits. Here are just a few, as reported by doctors, hospitals, research studies, and students around the world:
- increases flexibility and mobility
- improves strength and stamina
- lowers blood pressure
- greater aerobic capacity
- relieves stress and improves nervous system function
- promotes deeper relaxation and better sleep
- drops stress hormone (salivary cortisol) levels
- improved immune response
- improves posture and back/spine structural problems
- clears negative emotions and reduces anxiety
- increased respiratory capacity
- most recommended aerobic exercise for coronary artery disease
- better sense of connection between inner self and the outer world
- combines the powers of meditation and movement in one practice
… and much more!

