Benefits of Tantric Qigong
Benefits of Tantric Qigong
The Eight Treasures system of Tantric Qigong ™, developed by Rev. Keith Hall, is a powerful and simple system of exercises for unifying mind, body, emotions and spirit. Based on the classical Taoist 8 Treasures, it also includes elements of Tantric and Bioenergetic practices. The Eight Treasures can be learned by almost anyone who can move their arms and can breathe, regardless of their overall physical condition. Tantric Qigong ™ may be performed sitting or standing. Here are just a few of the many benefits:
Balancing the Body
– Gently increases physical strength
– Improves balance
– Increases vitality and life-force (Qi, Chi, Ki)
– Increases flexibility
– Remedies poor breathing habits, increases respiratory volume
– Improves posture and the body’s biomechanical alignment
– Can reduce backaches, headaches, TMJ syndrome
– Slows the aging process
– Helpful for addictions
– Non impact Qigong can be helpful for arthritis
– Relief of fibromyalgia, plantar fasciitis, and other diseases of the musculo-skeletal system.
– Can help gastritis, constipation, poor digestion
– Strengthens the immune system
– Beneficial for insomnia
– Helps with menopause, PMS - reported to restore estradiol levels in hypertensive menopausal women
– Reduces fatigue
– Good warm up for more strenuous exercise / sports, martial arts
– Can reduce the symptoms of allergies
Balances the Emotions
– Reduces irritability and symptoms of stress
– Empowers one to let go of anxiety
– Can be helpful for sadness, depression, and mood swings
– Facilitates an sense of emotional balance, empowerment, and stability
– Enables one to transmute negative emotions and recycle the inherent life force in a beneficial manner
The Mind
– Reduces mental fatigue
– Creates mental clarity
– Hones one’s ability to focus, helpful for some ADD / ADHD sufferers
– Unifies mind, body and emotions – helpful for getting you “in the zone”.
– Increases alertness
– Good preparation for meditation
– Helps keep one “on task”, increases productivity
More articles on Qigong:
Qigong, Immunity, and Influenza
Tantric Qi Gong: Frequently Asked Questions
Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromyalgia, Tai Chi & Qigong
10 Minutes to a Healthier You! FAQ
Presencing for Enlightenment and Freedom
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