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Ba Duan Jin Qi Gong

Baduanjing is one of the most common forms of Chinese qigong used as a form of physical exercise.   The name can be translated in many ways: Eight Pieces of Brocade, Eight Sections of Silk & Eight Silk Movements.   In ancient China, Silk Brocade was a very high quality form of clothing.   The name of these exercises signifies that if one performs them regularly their health will shine outside of them like beautiful clothing.   This clothing will protect them from the pathogens in their environment that have the potential to harm them.

History

The Eight Movements of Silk, Ba Duan Jin in Mandarin, are one of the most popular forms of Chinese health exercise.   The published history of these exercises goes back as early as 1150 A.D.   The legendary 12 th century Chinese general Yue Fei is said to have used these exercises in maintenance of his troops, keeping their bodies strong and ready for battle.   The 19th century led to wide-spread use of these exercises throughout China as a form of health promotion.   The 20th century lead to its use in hospitals. The 21st century has lead to its published efficacy in medical journals.

The Movements

This exercise is divided into two sets, one set is sitting and the other is standing.   This division was due to the fact that Yue Fei had soldiers who were wounded and could not stand.   These exercises are used to generate health and promote healing. The standing set is the most popular.

Are there any health benefits to practicing Qi Gong?

Studies have shown that shown that Qigong positively affects a wide range of health problems from pains, ulcers, infections and allergies to cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Please see the science section for Qi Gong on this website.

Below are links to several scientific papers on the effect of Ba Duan Jin:

Bone Density	Anti-Oxidant
Arthritis	Type 2 Diabetes

 

When are classes?

Classes are held every Thursday evening in Ingersoll.

Please call if you are interested in lessons.