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The National Institutes of Health's Office of Alternative Medicine (OAM) in Washington, D.C. has has given funds for in-depth Complementary Alternative Medicine (CAM) research projects at twelve primary universities across the United States including Harvard, Columbia , Stanford, Johns Hopkins and others. 34 medical schools have included CAM courses in the basic curriculum. Some of these universities have even set up departments to incorporate Qui Gong in Bethesda, MD and more into their research criteria.

Finding a Qualified Instructor

Where do you locate a qualified instructor? Well, go to tai chi schools, acupuncture and martial arts institutions. Get referrals from people you trust. You can also find an excellent resource, the NQA directory, which is a listing of instructors at www.NQA.org . Don't forget to assess the instructor's background and experience. Check out his a class and evaluate whether it is right for you.

*This information was made by the National Qui gong (Chi Kung) Association USA - PO Box 252, Lakeland, MN 55043 Phone: 888-815-1893 www.nqa.org

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Virtually anyone can benefit from Qui gong in Bethesda, MD: the fit and the unfit, the young and the old, the rich and the poor.

Qui gong practices differ greatly. This ranges from the simple internal techniques to the more complex external styles. They can interest and benefit everyone, from the most physically challenged to the super athlete. There are Qui gong classes for children, senior citizens and every age group in between. Since Qui gong can be practiced anywhere or at any time, there is no need to buy special clothes or to join a club.

By adding Qui gong to their daily routine, everyone can make his or her life more pleasant. Children learning to channel their energy and develop increased concentration; office workers learning Qui gong to reduce stress; seniors participating in gentle movements to improve balance and their quality of life; caregivers embracing a practice to improve their ability to help others; prisons instituting Qui gong classes to restore balance in inmates' lives; midwives utilizing Qui gong techniques to ease childbirth.

When an individual or group assumes responsibility and takes action for their health and healing, we all benefit.

Physical Health Benefits of Qui gong

* Effective in reducing high blood pressure
* Regular practice can moderate the effects of diabetes
* Has been shown to decrease the amount of medication necessary for treatment.
* dramatic reduction on post-operative recovery time
* Qui gong is very effective for most chronic conditions as well as painful symptoms.
* Qui gong in Bethesda, MD works best in lowering stress and strengthening the immune system when paired with Western treatment methods.

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Dissimilar from the usual exercise programs, Qui gong in Reston, VA creates an awareness of the other dimensions of our being. Most exercises do not involve the meridian system used in acupuncture, nor do they emphasize the significance of adding mind intent and breathing techniques to physical movements. The benefits of any exercise program are increased dramatically when such dimensions are considered.

The gentle, rhythmic movements of Qui gong reduce stress, build stamina, increase vitality and strengthen the immune system. Additionally, it improves cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, circulatory and even lymphatic functions.

Interestingly, those who regularly practice Qui gong regain youthful vitality, maintain health and even improve their capacity to recover from illness. Western scientific research verifies that Qui gong reduces hypertension and the incidence of falling in the aged population. One of the more significant long-term effects is that Qui gong re-establishes the body/mind/soul relationship.

When these three elements of our being are aligned, it promotes a positive outlook on life and helps erase harmful attitudes and behaviors. A balanced lifestyle is also encouraged with Qui gong in Reston, VA, as demonstrated in greater harmony, stability and enjoyment.

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Qui gong in Reston, VA - an old Chinese health care system - integrates the following in the practice: physical postures, breathing exercises and forced intention. Two Chinese words comprise Qui gong (Chi Kung). Qi is pronounced as chee and is normally translated to mean the life force or vital-energy that flows through all things in the universe. The 2nd word, Gong, means accomplishment, or skill that is cultivated through steady practice. Putting them together, Qi and Gong means cultivating energy. It is a system practiced for health maintenance, healing and improving vitality.

Qui gong practices can be categorized as martial, medical, or spiritual. All styles have these common denominator: they all include a position (whether moving or stationary,) breathing techniques, and mental focus. Qui gong practices also do one or many of the following: circulate and utilize Qi, cleanse and heal the body, or store and release Qi. Practices vary from the soft internal gentle techniques like Tai Chi: to the external, vigorous styles like Kung fu. However, the slow, gentle movements of most Qui gong practices can be easily carried out, even for the physically challenged and can be practiced by all age groups.

Like any other system of health care, Quigong isn't a miracle worker, but it is definitely a highly effective health care practice. Many health care professionals recommend Qui gong in Reston, VA as an important form of alternative complementary medicine.

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