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Ch'i Kung Warm-Up Exercises

The five Ch'i Kung warm-up exercises introduced here have two aims. One is to relax the body in order to open it to an unobstructed flow of Chi. The other is to use the mind to direct the flow. The means to these ends are simple: smooth, even breathing and relaxation.

Use these warm up exercises before each session of Tai Chi. These exercises improve the circulation of Chi in the areas such as lower back, hips, ankles, and knees. The Sitting Meditation will help you practice feeling the movement of Chi and to calm your mind. It is useful for beginning or ending the day or for replenishing your energy when you take a break from work.

1) The Sitting Meditation
2) Back Exercise
3) Hip Strengthening
4) Knee and Ankle Strengthening
5) Upward Stretch and Loosening