"Most Important" Qigong Exercise for Beginners

I’d like to share with you one of the most important Qigong exercises you can practice. There are literally hundreds of Qigong exercises, and they are all great! But, this one exercise can be helpful for all aspects of your body, mind, and qi flow!
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Whether you’re a complete beginner to Qigong practice, or you have some experience, this one exercise can be a very useful and helpful. You can practice it basically anywhere. It’s very simple. It’s very easy.
The idea with Qigong practice is that we want to get the qi moving freely throughout the body. We do that by:
● lightly moving
● breathing deeply
● getting the body to open up and relax
● calming and clearing the mind
We have qi that’s flowing through the internal organs and all the meridians and the soft tissue in the body. And when it gets stuck in stagnant, then we get sick we get ill, we don’t feel our best.
So during Qigong practice, you simply you move the qi smoothly throughout in the body, then:
● the immune system is healthy
● the digestion is strong
● the energy levels are good
● the sleep is deep and restful
● we feel happy and content 🙂
This one exercise is almost like a “Super Food.” Super foods are foods that have all the carbohydrates, proteins, fats, nutrients, vitamins, and micronutrients that your body needs. Eat that one superfood and it can fuel your body.
This one exercise is like that - the Super Food of Qigong!.
It’s called the Opening Exercise. The reason the opening exercises so helpful is because it helps circulate the qi throughout all the meridians, internal organs and all the different systems. So if you have problems with:
● tension, and stress - this is going to help the liver
● respiration or breathing issues - this is going to help the lungs
● digestion and appetite and bowel issues- this is going to help the spleen and stomach
● circulation, depression, anxiety - this is going to help the heart
● sleep and hormones and back pain and low energy - this is going to help the kidneys
This one Qigong exercise really can help everything that you need for full health, and vitality! It’s great if you don’t have much time, you don’t have much space and you’re just looking for quick practice. Just practice exercise for five minutes or so.
Qigong practices is about what you do with your body, what you do with your breath, and what you do with your mind. So your intention, and your thoughts are very important as you’re practicing Qigong. So choose a simple affirmative phrase that you can hold in your mind as you practice the Opening Exercise.
You can practice that simple exercise once or even twice a day. If you do it for five minutes, great if you can do it for 10 minutes, great. If you do it for one minute, that’s fine. The opening exercise is wonderful to help just remind us that we can be healthy, we can be vibrant and full of life and energy. We just have to stop, breathe, let our
body and our mind settle.
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I'm Jeffrey Chand, an acupuncturist, practitioner of Traditional Chinese medicine, and Qigong instructor.
I am incredibly passionate about sharing simple Qigong practices because I have directly witnessed how helpful it can be for a variety of health issues, prevention, emotional/mental health, and even spiritual health.
The style that I try to present is simple but effective, because it is based on several Qigong traditions, clinical experience, physical therapy, traditional and modern medicine, and from working with many people from a variety of backgrounds.
This style can be practiced if you are an absolute beginner and if you already have experience in Qigong or Tai Chi.
If you are curious, give Qigong practice a try and I am sure you will notice benefit to your health and wellness :)
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[@anniesturman7771]

I am an acupuncturist who practices Tai chi and Qi Gong. I share this simple Qigong breathing exercise with my patients and friends. I tell them if they only do this one exercise mindfully and keep increasing the time, they can stay healthy. Of course, it's nice to do more but the idea is mindfulness. I use this between patients and when I need some energy. Very simple and powerful!

[@margaritakleinman5701]

Love this exercise, I am going to start doing it!

[@amrutharajan7397]

Hey,is this exercise can be done by people who have had minor stroke

[@cailinwebb514]

Thank you. I am 72 and just beginning Qigong. I love your energy and teaching style 🙏💜💜💜

[@claudettesteeves]

I’m 72 . I’m just starting too.

[@Words_of_Lizdom]

Instead of going for a nap in the middle of the afternoon I did this exercise. I don't need a nap now and can go on to have a productive and calm afternoon. Thank you!!!

[@functionalaestheticse.c.8953]

I can vouch for improvement in digestion. I began doing this about two years ago. At the time I was struggling with constipation. After about three months of practicing every day. I felt something release under my rib cage. After that I had no problems being regular.

[@cinmac3]

Just this one movement ?FA

[@functionalaestheticse.c.8953]

@@cinmac3 Yes. All it took was the exercise shown in the video. I have since added other exercises but at the time that is the only one I was doing.

[@tuskytereliye]

How much time were you practicing this daily initially?

[@functionalaestheticse.c.8953]

@@tuskytereliye I started with 5 minutes/day and worked up to 10-20. I did not always have the time to do longer but I find the best effects as far as mental clarity and energy came towards the end of that range. I find it is best to do it when you are moderately tired. Too much energy and you will find it hard to stay focused. If you are exhausted it will be hard to go for very long. Hope this helps.

[@mereditharmstrong9054]

Ugh I’ve had chronic digestive issues for about 5-6 years now. Not good. This makes me feel hopeful 👆🏼

[@sleepywoodelf]

I could feel a difference after a few minutes of just the opening. Thanks for giving us something so basic and effective.

[@CB-sn4xh]

Jeff this exercise has been a gamechanger for me & those i work with..I had a hiatus hernia with constant heartburn, within a few weeks i was reflux free! And my hernia reduced considerably! Doctor told me to continue what i was doing as its working he said! 1 year reflux free now!! I introduced this simple practice to inner city clients i work with, their anxiety & negativity towards life has profoundly changed! Thank you for your Service to Humanity⚘️🙏🙏

[@kalayne6713]

Recovering from double knee replacements, many of the physio exercises were too drastic for someone like me who had been sedentary for decades due to arthritis. I am loving these qigong practices, sitting on bad days, standing on good days. Can really feel the flow. Thank you for your gentle, encouraging approach.

[@braxtonstankunas2775]

I have no internet until tomorrow 😟

[@heal-thee9109]

Starting this tomorrow. As a chemo patient on several medications I have no energy to exercise. But, I think I can easily do this without too much of a problem, at least I'm going to try.

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Just take your time and listen to your body 🙂

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Thanks so much for watching! Have you tried this exercise yet? What did you feel? 🙂

[@andreat711]

ThinkVitality yes! I routinely do this exact warm up before my Tai Chi class that I teach ...its certainly very rejuvenating & one can really feel tingling sensation on the tips of fingers & building up heat! I throughly enjoy your lessons & advocate your channel to a lot of people! Thank you so much Jeffery! 🙏🏼

[@britgou8015]

I did this exercise already twice a day as Quick starting up + the daily communi exercises and it feels just Great. Even thou I have heavy issues, the balance is there in body and mind. A miracle. Thanks so much! 🖒🌷💖

[@sarahwallis98]

I have only recently started practicing Qigong and find your videos really helpful. I like the simplicity of this one. Everytime I practice a routine I feel tingling in my hands, and feel great. Do you have a short routine I could recommend to my Mum ( 75 yrs), She can't raise her arms above her shoulders so wouldn't be able to do this opening exercise, but feel she would benefit from trying Qi gong. thank you

[@22emmet7]

Thank you so much for this great and easy Qigong exercise.... generally I like Qigong and do it everyday... I wish you the best!

[@elenipapa5869]

I just found your videos and I feel immense gratitude for your work here.I think i just found the ideal type of physical,mental and spiritual exercise for me.Your presence and the background have a calming effect.I also love that you added acupressure and tapping in your routine 🙏Thank you!🙏🙏🙏

[@Heidischubargo]

Just started doing qi gong. So thankful to have found your channel!!! Thank you.

[@scarred_angel]

I am new to Qigong and absolutely love it! Im also a personal trainer and plan on using this in my practice🙏✨ and thank you for your soft kind voice it helps me feel calm during the exercise✌️

[@titletownakaboston3909]

Thank you so much for this video. It is just what I needed. I took one qigong class about 35 years ago when on vacation in Monterey, CA. It was a full day class and very informative with similar instructions like your video. When I got back to Boston, I couldn't find any qigong classes. I've been searching for years. I did use a similar exercise with a very upset patient who couldn't sleep. When I finished, he was sound asleep. As I walked out of the room, there were 2 angry nursing assistants asking me what I did to him. They just didn't get it.

[@janetfingleton1571]

I love these short Qigong exercises of Jeff’s in the morning. Makes me come alive!

[@TerryHofman]

The fundamentals are invaluable to me: Breathing, moving, and focusing. Thanks!

[@helenleonidas8053]

Learning at snails 🐌 pace. I'm grateful to the quality of your teaching. Thanks again Jeff.

[@mirandaandrea8215]

Your exactly what I was looking for! My body feels so stagnant and I just needed to take one tiny step with out feeling overwhelmed and this was it! I have made a start! Blessings! ❤

[@robmcghie5248]

You are.😊

[@jackwolf3200]

Hey Jeff, rank beginner here. I wanted to say that I have found your videos very helpful and easy to understand as I beginning getting into Qigong. Thanks for sharing your expertise!

[@jeannebrouillette4580]

Just listening to your voice is calming!😊

[@lazychef54]

This is my first time doing Qigong. Loved it thanks a lot.

[@pattyPHL]

Thank you! this was really soothing and helpful!

[@vas_526]

I just did this video exercise today & it was very helpful, rejuvenating & relaxing. Thank you for sharing this gem with us brother. 🙏

[@louisejacobsen9796]

I have looked at many practices, yoga, breathing exercises and things to that extent and I have started using Qi Gong and Tai Chi. Your videos are incredibly relaxing, informative and your movements are so fluid and the breathing is very helpful. Your voice is incredibly calming and for someone like me with pretty severe anxiety and other mental health issues, this practice is super helpful. I have found yoga is not peaceful for me but Qi Gong is. Thank you so much.

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Thank you so much for your kind words, I really appreciate it, and you are most welcome! I am sure you are well on your way to finding wellness 🙂

[@Thegardenhose]

Hi there 👋 I’m not sure if you are still struggling with anxiety but I was as well and sunny sharma from the personal mastery quest channel her on KZbin really changed my life. So I try to share when I see people who may need help. Peace ☮️

[@adrianglamorgan9486]

Thanks again Jeff for your generosity in offering this.

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@12REDROSES]

Healing Sensations ~Sending you good vibrations!

[@vinnyrandazzo4314]

Just love this guy - wish we lived close to him so we could benefit from acupuncture, etc.

[@janehoskins1366]

I have found him clear and encouraging. I have found this and others by him very useful indeed. I use the exervises for lungs and immune system particularly helpful. I am asthmatic.

[@thewanderingwitch88]

Thank you!

[@angelineortiz8893]

This guy is awesome.!! He is incredibly relaxing to watch

[@wandajoycewyatt9395]

I was diagnosed with Meineres and Qigong and Tachi have helped me so much with balance . I feel so good about myself after a rough year. Thank you

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

That's wonderful to hear! Meneieres can certainly affect quality of life and Tai Chi and Qigong can both be very helpful! I'm sure this year will be excellent!

[@nathancory7325]

Thank you 🙏❤️

[@TheSacredOne]

It’s so amazing how our bodies communicate with us . To come here for introduction to this wonderful practice and see that this move is the opening excerise something I did on my own because it brought me peace in a stressful moment . Wow and thank you for being a great teacher .

[@Zz-bi9bc]

Today is the first time I chanced upon this word and technique. Brought in lots of energy hope and some positivity..looking forward to learning through more videos

[@peterj2518]

Thank you. Really appreciated....

[@WierdKid]

thank you for your help, sir ☀️🙏🏽

[@nicolecarter350]

This was such a beautiful experience 🥰 Thank You so very much!! 😍🙏🏻🙂🌻

[@rocketpoolpki]

I'm reaaallly glad I watched this to re energize my morning motivation as I have become lazy of late...and irritable...poor sleep...tension...

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Great timing! I am sure practicing this for even 5 minutes will help shift you towards feeling vibrant, happy, and health!

[@Ryersbach]

What a beautiful harp background. What is the name of the piece, please.

[@josiemalone1013]

My favorite setting! I love the trees and the teacher!🌈🌹🕊

[@jomorty392]

Perfect.🙏🏼

[@amitolacatori4442]

You have a nurturing, comforting vibe that enemates from you. The kind of caring comfort I got from my Nan as a child. (This is not suppose to be offensive!) A natural healer is maybe what I feel. Qi gong helps me more than any other practice I've tried through the years. Thank you for your service and sharing your gift with us 💚

[@feliciacont7422]

Thank you so much!

[@romanadam206]

Very nicely explained, Thank you !!!

[@TheNinjaQuantitative]

Amazing! Thank you!

[@OnochieAfigbo]

Thank you very much!!!

[@elisnogueira2101]

Muito obrigada 🙏🏽

[@Robjamesseymourr]

Thanks for this video!

[@carricos86]

Thank you so much for this! I'm signed up in a couple Qigong programs and I just couldn't wrap my head around the opening exercise, but you explained it easy and well :)

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

That's great to hear! Now you can find the flow 🙂

[@sois_zen]

thanks so much ... from France i love it ... 🙏

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@stephhernandez4477]

I Love It, Thank You Beloved🙏🏼☯️🙏🏼

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@cynthiadaniell4011]

Thank you ❤️

[@arzumardalieva3874]

I’m so grateful 🙏🏻 Just what I needed 💜

[@francisdes3454]

Thanks so much 💞

[@melvynwilliams1900]

Thank you very much, you video is so helpful.

[@TheSkylayne]

Love your videos Jeffrey!! Can’t wait to try this later! Your my fav qigong instructor on KZbin, KEEP UP THE AMAZING WORK! ❤️❤️

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Thank you so much!!

[@charlesjensen7678]

To address him as SIFU would be nice. CMJ Canada

[@suzanne8970]

Thank you! You have a beautiful demeanor and are excellent at providing clear concise explanations. Very enjoyable.

[@raynemadison2108]

Fantastic exercise! Thank you so much. It was really invigorating and repeating my own personal mantra was really powerful. Five minutes of this opening exercise and I am off to get dressed and go to work with a huge smile on my face. Thanks Jeff!

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're very welcome! That's an excellent idea to practice your own mantra with this exercise! Great job! 🙂

[@amitolacatori4442]

I am taking inspiration from you and I will say which ever affirmation is most needed at the time for me out loud when I practice this move. Thank you for the advice 💚

[@theremotemedium]

You're amazing!

[@LightningMcQueen26]

Apt background for this ancient method, plain and simple video, loved it, true essence

[@seekministry]

Thankyou this centres me for the day .ready to embrace what life has for me

[@lydiarieman7106]

This an awesome video! Sharing with my class! Thank you!

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're very welcome, and thank you for sharing with your class! 🙂

[@valentinrigaud2212]

infinite gratitude for our practice today !!! i badly need good qi and I feel even better right now . kindest regards from the middle of nowhere French countryside . alexandra

[@shinanbarclay67]

Thank you. More please

[@annab3070]

Even just watching you do this practice is calming. 🙏❤️

[@annab3070]

@@1984sanjubaba No, it was meant as a nice comment.

[@annab3070]

@@1984sanjubaba I most certainly do practice daily and with a fractured wrist too..

[@SoFkwHat]

Thank you so much for this , one exercise at a time helps to build up a routine. From the first morning i tried this i felt more aliveness. What is the next video i should be watching ?

[@CatharineRiverRain]

I really love this and you're so calming. Thank you! I am inspired to do this more regularly. Can Chi Gong tone the body and build muscle over time?

[@PRospond]

Great video. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@katrinadavidson9355]

Thank you

[@Fuedez]

Thank u❤🎉

[@Just_Vryatt]

I recently moved to a city that is on an island in Florida from Texas and have felt strong noxious-ness for the past month non stop..even thought I was pregnant!! I wasn’t though, literally 3 minutes of doing this my noxious ness was temporarily relieved!! Can only wait to see how I feel after doing this everyday

[@beingkindtoourselves7358]

This video was so easy to follow and is just what I need, a simple practce I can do everyday. Thank you so much 😊🙏

[@louisdelmar6853]

Thank you my friend Jeffrey! Marvelous videos! I have joined “The Community” I now practice with you on a daily basis! Also spreading the word for you!

[@charlesjensen7678]

Addressing him as SIFU would be more appropriate. CMJ

[@missellendiane]

I posted another's Qigong routine on Ashford Fitness Society & now posting yours (fb)- your explanations & knowledge are priceless- ty my friend-

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Thank you so much!

[@jayangli]

Thanks. Also like the scenery.

[@nodgelyobo1]

Thanks.

[@brendasanders4884]

Thanks!

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You are very welcome and thank you so much! ~Jeff

[@tonberrykinged]

I found this very useful. As someone looking to start doing Qi gong, I was overwhelmed by all these different videos with lots of different moves. Knowing that just one move can do so much good is encouraging. I'm going to try this for 10 minutes a day for a week before adding a new move.

[@victor00123q]

Same here! After reading a lot about it I decided to try it myself, and found this video, I plan to do this daily as well. How is it going so far?

[@tonberrykinged]

@@victor00123q I haven't managed to properly fit it in yet. I've done it for a few minutes every few days - but must do better! But thanks for reminding me, I'll get back to it!

[@victor00123q]

@@tonberrykinged Glad that I helped you remember to do it! So far I feel like the berathing helps my digestion, its only 2 day though xD

[@tonberrykinged]

@@victor00123q That's encouraging. Funnily enough I've set aside a time of day to so I start doing it daily. Starting tomorrow!

[@claudiabastos1266]

Brasil Love hour exercises ❤

[@arleneniess1288]

I could really feel the energy moving through my body after completing this exercise. It really warmed me up energetically and now I'm very hot and sweating.

[@roseruiz2687]

thank u.

[@isabelnolla2663]

Hello from Spain! Thank you very much for your work. Well done. I am a Tai Chi practitioner.

[@martine.1518]

Hello from France 🇲🇫Thank you so much 🤗

[@TheTamago]

Il est génial ❤️

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're very welcome!!

[@martine.1518]

@@ThinkVitalityQiGong thank you so much🤗🇲🇫

[@britgou8015]

Il est impeccable! Un ange tombé du ciel pour nous tous!

[@litonGod]

Great stuff!

[@jenniferlowery4094]

This was wonderful. My very first introduction to Qigong. My fingertips are tingling. Thank you!

[@lauramackinnon7578]

Thank u

[@carolallison862]

Thank you 🇬🇧

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You’re most welcome!

[@ulrikeschuldt5851]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@vinnyrandazzo4314]

We just started doing this routine every morning before we walk 😀

[@riteshrishi4594]

The breathing, itself, is beautiful.

[@HeavenlyLights]

You have a wonderful vibe and I really enjoy this exercise. ThankYOU for sharing👊🏻🙏🏻🏆🥇 forest🥰

[@terrancekayton007]

Great explaining, walk-through and practice. As I begin my Qigong journey. Thanks Friend!

[@annekevangorkum]

Thank you VERY MUCH, and also for this beautiful relaxing harpe-music.

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@sarathurley]

Can’t wait to try this, thanks so very much for sharing ❤

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

Hope you enjoy!

[@behypnotherapy]

Very nice feeling after doing this. Something I'm going to incorporate into my routine. Thank you

[@kw3180]

Thank you for teaching these. It's been a life changing experience.

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

That's so great to hear!

[@diewahrheitistseltensimpel9195]

How exactly did it change your life?

[@kw3180]

@@diewahrheitistseltensimpel9195 It helped me become present and grounded at a time when I was being triggered a lot. It helped me to regulate a nervous system that was always on alert. Being focused on my body and doing gentle movements helped reset from habitual fight or flight.

[@GMiller75]

Have been using a number of qigong exercises without knowing it. I refer to them as the shapes our body make and the intent of what they focus upon. (shapes I, O, V, X, T, S, M etc) easy for creating exercise plans and modifying as and when needed whether for a lighter regime or a more difficult one. Always relaxing though and fun. Has helped me go from being leg locked and stiff throughout my entire body with associated pain to being pain free, more balanced, flexible and a lot stronger in my joints and body overall. Combined with floor sleeping this has made a huge difference in my life.

[@belamehta2966]

How Sleeping on floor is helpful for your body ?

[@GMiller75]

@@belamehta2966 your body realigns when you are on the floor as opposed to a mattress so eases the joints. Not only that but the motion of getting down to the floor and back up along with the space for your feet to move freely gets rid of plantar fascitis which I used to find extremely painful when I slept in a bed especially first thing in the morning. Since floor sleeping I have eliminated the stiffness I used to have, the severe back pain I needed meds for and plantar fascitis. I no longer "creak" when moving either. The only time I sleep in a bed now is when I am away from home and I always miss floor sleeping when I do.

[@indirakandiah1270]

Tq Jeff for this Qigong, very helpful, from Malaysia

[@ThinkVitalityQiGong]

You're most welcome!

[@Carole-gn2sf]

I am new to your videos, and l am so grateful l found you . The exercises are perfect for my Fibromyaligia. Thank you x

[@pareshprajapati7916]

☺️🙏 thank you so much. 🇮🇳

[@FossilHntr1]

THANK YOU!!! New subber!

[@erh1997]

I like the background, so beautiful trees and greenery.