This is a short clip from part of my DVD, Qigong Flow, featuring the 18 forms (Shibashi 十八式). The DVD has a full 35 min practice, as well as a 30 minute version of the 8 Brocades (Baduanjin 八段锦）
Qigong Flow is one of three new DVDs I’ve released through New Shoot. The form in the clip is called ‘lifting ball’, and is one of the 18 forms, or Shibashi. New Shoot chose some incredible locations for the filming; this one is by a river in West Sussex. I love that some ducks decided to take a swim through the river right as I was doing this series #ducksthatphotobomb 🦆
This form particularly benefits the kidneys. It is also believed to lift and energise the spirits. When practising this form, we are invited to foster a sense of playfulness and ease, sort of the way a happy, carefree child can feel free and full of possibility.
Qigong is a movement art form that I absolutely love. It, along with my daily yoga and meditation practices, helps me stay more grounded and connected not only to my body but also to the elements of the natural world. It often uses imagery drawn from nature such as clouds, lakes, the moon, sea or sky. Many also reference animals - like the crane, dragon, tiger or deer.
While many yoga postures work to actively stretch and strengthen the body, qigong forms operate at a more subtle level of energy and intention. It is in their subtlety, however, that their strength and power can be found.
This form particularly benefits the kidneys. It is also believed to lift and energise the spirits. When practising this form, we are invited to foster a sense of playfulness and ease, sort of the way a happy, carefree child can be when they’re feeling free and full of possibility.
I hope these videos can become useful resources for home practice!
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2 окт 2024
