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| Monday, November 10, 2008 |
| Ten Minutes of Qigong Can Energize Your Day, Stop Insomnia |
A 10-minute qigong or tai chi practice sounds like an infomercial, but, surprise, even a Chinese-language text recommends that some exercises to move “qi” or energy through the body can be better than no exercises.
“If those who are busy with work and household chores have little spare time but wish to do some health exercise, they may try the following qigong practice, which takes only about 10 minutes or less.” This excerpt is from a book, “Methods of Traditional Chinese Health Care” that I found in a used bookstore in Vietnam. It was translated in 1990, updated in 1995 and is based on centuries-old healing practices.
The book explained that a 10-minute qigong practice can be “generally classified” into three forms: standing, sitting and lying. Novices pick what is most comfortable for them. The most important decision is that you follow the routine every day. You can choose morning or evening, depending on your schedule.
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