Qigong (Chi Kung) and Gentle Yoga for Back Pain

This gentle sequence draws from Qigong, Tai Chi, and simple Yoga to help release and relieve back pain. We start standing with gentle movements but finish relaxing on the floor. Make sure you have a couple of comfy cushions for the end!
We work to stretch, lengthen and release muscles in the side body and lower back that can be chronically tight and tense. Both qigong and yoga have great tools to help relax and bring ease to your back. I had a long history of chronic back pain myself, so many of these movements are things I use to keep my back happy and healthy.
If you have a herniated (slipped) disc, I strongly urge you to consult with your medical practitioner before taking this class, so they can guide you as to what movements are helpful or unhelpful for your specific issue.
In love and healing,
James 💜
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Disclaimer
Remember that although yoga and qigong are for everyone, it is up to you as an individual to assess whether you are ready for the class that you have chosen. If you suffer from a specific injury or are managing a condition please remember it is your responsibility to decide if you should practice. If you feel pain or discomfort please stop.

[@SimpleHealth83]

I enjoyed this relaxing, calm, shorter flow. Thank you!

[@MoveWithJames]

Great to hear 💜

[@Markbarr9]

This felt amazing! Thanks James! 🙏

[@MoveWithJames]

My pleasure Mark

[@beckyrichards6635]

Another great workout. I appreciate your gentle teaching style!

[@MoveWithJames]

I appreciate that, thanks so much for being here Becky.

[@jennifercollins6976]

This was wonderful. I really enjoyed this class and your teaching style 😊.

[@sarajohnson9521]

11:38 “The Windmills of Your Mind” is the song. My favorite version is Dusty Springfield’s.

[@MoveWithJames]

Haha, Thanks Sara 💜

[@erinbrowngallant9056]

This short and gentle sequence is just what I needed to relieve my lower back pain after shoveling snow all weekend. Thank you, James. Enjoy your Sunday.

[@MoveWithJames]

You're so welcome Erin, take care of that back of yours, and stay warm!

[@kimsneath]

Really nice combo of this video and the wrist free flow. Your voice and your movements are so soothing James. Helps me feel grounded, centred and at peace. Namaste.

[@MoveWithJames]

So great to hear, thank you. I'm so glad these flows have been so supportive for you.

[@joseeyeomans1862]

This is an excellent class, would love a slightly longer version if possible.

[@tubaaktas719]

I am suffering from lower back pain for more than two weeks. This practiced eased the tension a little. I will repeat this everyday until I week comfortable. Thank you James🙏🙏

[@MoveWithJames]

Thanks Tuba, I'm grateful this helped ease some pain. I hope you are feeling better now.

[@gilliancooke9525]

Superb. The combination of quigong and yoga felt awesome.

[@MoveWithJames]

Great to hear, I agree, it is a beautiful combination💜

[@debbied.8922]

Thank you for this class James! I woke up with lower back pain this morning and after this short class, it’s gone. I often do the wrist free classes as well. You’re an awesome teacher!

[@MoveWithJames]

You're so welcome Debbie, I'm happy to hear you are feeling better, thank you for practicing with me!

[@ixiafernandezsanchez3703]

Is me firts time whith you v video for me bakc pain and is amasing many thank's Jame

[@MoveWithJames]

Thank you so much, I'm happy to hear this. I hope your back is feeling better.

[@ellenled]

Thus was twenty minutes well spent. Love the combo of yoga and Qi gong. Woke up feeling a little stiff in lower back. This really helped. Thanks!

[@MoveWithJames]

You're so welcome Ellen!

[@alfim.t1469]

I really needed this practice today! The last days I've been working sitting in front of my desk for long periods of time and my lower back is paying the consequences 😢 Thanks for sharing this James! I'm gonna repeat it regularly ❤

[@MoveWithJames]

So grateful to hear how supportive this practice has been for you and your back. Thank you for being here and sharing!

[@alfim.t1469]

@@MoveWithJames Right after you answered, I was finishing the routine again haha.. synchronicities. Thank you again and I'm glad to be here!

[@jodiesimone8291]

Brilliant! My low back and left hip thank you, James!

[@MoveWithJames]

My pleasure Jodie ☺️

[@andreadrudikova6654]

Finally got around to do this. Great for my lower back pain. Thank you so much James. xx Namaste xx

[@MoveWithJames]

Yaaaay! So nice to see you on here my love yaasss! 💜 Back pain is an issue close to my heart so glad it helps xxx

[@aimixia]

Just discovered your videos and I’ve been doing them every single day ❤️🙏thank you so much for making content that is accessible to everyone!

[@MoveWithJames]

You're so welcome! Really grateful to hear how much you enjoy them. Thank you.

[@LALA-mb7ww]

Very time I feel pain in my body, i depend in your class , thank you very excellent

[@MoveWithJames]

Thank you LALA, be gentle with yourself always. I'm so glad you find these classes so supportive for you.

[@losttheplotat60b37]

Hi James! I found you a few weeks ago and did this practice. I have facet joint arthritis, previous disc prolapses & rheumatoid arthritis and have been getting more pain & stiffness in the mornings, recently. I did this session and Whoa! It was amazing!😃 I thought I’d try it again this morning and Whoa! Again 😂 My mind is blown, quite frankly! So, thank you thank you thank you 😁🙏🙏🌸

[@MoveWithJames]

Thank you! I'm so glad you are practicing here with me and finding it so beneficial!

[@user-henri]

Thanks Dottie ❤

[@MoveWithJames]

Thank you!

[@tancanny]

This practice has proved really useful to relieve the upper back pain I feel after having been vaccinated with AstraZeneca. Thank you.

[@MoveWithJames]

So happy to help! 🌿 ☀️

[@patlawrenson9579]

Thanks James a great routine

[@MoveWithJames]

Glad you enjoyed it Pat!

[@sylviannedelaney2984]

So great to start off the morning with this gentle yet very healing practice. My left QL is the bane of my life and this has gently released it. You have reminded me that it's ok to not over do xo

[@MoveWithJames]

Sylvianne this is so great to hear - thank you. I absolutely agree about not over doing it! Taking things a little more gently can be so beneficial.

[@heatherrose2656]

the Qichong practice you provide helps me to connect to a deep energy source and mature my practice. thank you. I am very grateful for the videos you make available to all of us.

[@MoveWithJames]

You're most welcome Heather! 💜

[@suelehtonen3598]

This was so lovely. All of these videos are slowly adding up to a beautiful toolbox. Thank you, James, for your care and generosity.

[@MoveWithJames]

You are very welcome Sue! 💜

[@ninettewachtel5650]

You are amazing, James! Thank you so much for this!!

[@livingananda209]

I just did this one along with the wrist free morning flow. I feel like you are just releasing the videos I need when I need them! You are so awesome, you have a true fan and follower here!

[@MoveWithJames]

This is so wonderful to read - thank you 🙏🏻

[@zouzou6424]

Thanks 👍

[@MoveWithJames]

My pleasure!

[@lilyt6930]

Thank you so much,.

[@MoveWithJames]

You're most welcome Lily☺️

[@arieller.3232]

Thank you so much, James! It was really helpful to relax my back and relieve the pain! Take care 🙏🙏🙏❤️🌸

[@MoveWithJames]

Thank you Arielle, I'm so glad to hear you found some relief after this class💜

[@darlenecarman7644]

you rock! thank u

[@MoveWithJames]

You're welcome Darlene, Thank you so so much

[@henkdewit7668]

Thanks for sharing these helpful exercises. 👍🏻😃🙏🏻🌞

[@MoveWithJames]

You’re so welcome!

[@monicagabay5497]

Really nice, relaxing practice. Thank you, James! Jai Namaste!

[@eleanorkerr5709]

Very healing and relaxing. I had what felt like a pulled muscle in the right lower back. It felt so much better before I went to bed. I would recommend this wonderful practice before sleep. Thanks James.

[@MoveWithJames]

Thanks for your comment Eleanor - it's wonderful to hear that you've found this video helpful 💜

[@kellytallant1555]

Thank you so much, James!! This is great, I loved it, I will have my husband do it with me later, I think it will really help his back spasms!

[@denisemader7529]

Lovely combo practice!! I'm feeling so well balanced. Thank you!!

[@hollyweisner9403]

I loved it! It was very gentle and peaceful! Thank you so much!! (I did not use the pillows, I needed to stretch more!)

[@MoveWithJames]

Thanks Holly! We all need need a deeper stretch sometimes 🙏🏻 ☀️