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Qigong consists of internal and external movements. This

technique primarily involves the use of breath to circulate energy

around the body.

There are a few different types categorized as moving, still and

sitting meditation.

Moving meditation with Qigong involves the fluctuation of energy

through postures, movements, breathing patterns and transitions.

Postures that are held for long periods of time fall under still

meditation while sitting meditation focuses more on the breath,

body and mind.

The movement that is done in qigong promotes natural energy.

One branch of qigong known as medical qigong is part of

Traditional Chinese Medicine. It’s used to promote self-healing,

disease prevention and addresses illnesses. The second known as

martial qigong emphasises physical skill. This type lets

practitioners demonstrate physical feats like breaking bricks and

bending steel wires.

The third type known as spiritual qigong uses meditation practices

and prayers to pursue enlightenment.

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