Qigong for Backache

In this section you'll be introduced to a more effective way of breathing. We want to encourage this way of breathing whilst performing the Qigong movements to maximise their beneficial effects.

It is important to prepare the body before doing any kind of exercise. This series of movements will gently loosening the joints and warm the muscles.

This exercise benefits the energy circulation of the whole body. In particular it stimulates the Sanjiao or Triple Burner. The three burners are concerned with respiration, digestion and elimination. The repetitive stretching and relaxing of the body helps to regulate the Qi or energy circulation in these three main areas.  

A great movement that helps loosen the back and hip muscles whilst strengthening the core. It improves flexibility and helps to relieve stress.

This movement helps balance the emotions and relieves tension in the head. Turning the head helps relax and loosen up the muscles in the neck and allows Qi energy in your head to smooth out. 

Circling the arms and gently twisting the body will encourage your whole body to relax. It will stimulate your core and shoulder muscles. This movement will promote blood and Qi circulation to the extremities.

Embrace the tiger causes a compression and expansion in the body & will have a beneficial effect of massaging the heart, lungs and kidneys waist area. It will help loosen & open up the lower back.

This video contains all the movements in Section 5 accompanied by music so that you can follow easily along and discover your Qigong rhythm.

The gentle & rhythmic rotation of the body will stimulate the whole back and hips whilst the arm movements will encourage the upper body to open up and relax. All movements are guided by ones internal awareness without struggle and straining. 

Relieves pain in the joints of the four limbs; especially helpful for aching knees and lower back ache.

Rolling the ball exercises your whole body. All joints are gently stimulated through the continuous circling movements. This qigong will encourage balance, harmony and integration of body, mind and energy. 

We will develop this movement and explore the different effects it has on your back. 

Benefits the neck, shoulders, back and waist. Will promote circulation in the arms and hands.

Enjoy the gentle rhythmic flow of this sequence of Qigong movements with music

As we continue to expand & develop this movement, connect with your body and move with ease and flow.

This is an excellent Qigong movement that will benefit the hips, back and knees.

The dynamic turning and swaying motion will not only benefit the hips, back and legs but will stimulate the circulation both of blood and energy. It will also have a beneficial effect on the lungs. 

As you move your body pay attention to the alignment of your back in relation to your legs. Coordinate the movements of the arms and body to work in harmony as smoothly and continuously as you can. 

With all exercises care must be taken not to over do it! In Qigong exercises we do not strain or struggle through the movements, nor do we push the body hard to get a result. Rather we approach each movement in a relaxed way encouraging the body and not forcing. With this Mindful approach you will allow the hidden treasures of Qigong to be revealed to you. 

Enjoy this flowing sequence of Qigong movements set to music. As you get more familiar with each one you will do them at your own comfortable speed. Let your breathing be as natural as possible. Relax and find your flow. 

This simple Taoist Qigong exercise is incredibly therapeutic for your whole body and mind. 

This is a more challenging move that will develop your core and improve balance. It benefits the buttocks, hips, legs and back. It is very important to work with the 70% principle throughout these Qigong exercises. 

This is an excellent movement that will benefit the hips, waist & lower back areas. Move with alert focus, paying attention to how much effort you are putting in the the task in hand and watching out for any signs of straining. 

Preparation is key when performing Qigong. Pay close attention to how you begin each movement. Spend a moment getting into the correct aligned posture before you move and this will pay dividends. 

Relieves stiffness in the lower back, waist & knees. 

Now you are more familiar with the Qigong way of moving start to notice how your body responds to the movements. Are you aware of any habits of pushing too hard or over straining? How do you feel afterwards? 

Practising the body scan will help you understand how stress is affecting you. It will help you connect with your body more deeply and to uncover the physical tension you're experiencing and the emotions that may lay behind it. With practice and patience you will discover a way of releasing these energetic blockages. 

Quiet sitting whilst watching the breath is a core method of the Taoist energy healing arts tradition. It is a wonderful way of completing your Qigong training and to allow everything to settle within you, mind, body & energy.