What is the history of Qigong?
Qigong was developed in China over 4,000 years ago along the Yellow River, where people used breathing and movement as part of their healing practices. The movements are said to be based on the movements of animals, and designed to promote healthy organ function, balance and strength. For instance, stretching the arms in front of the body in imitation of a tiger is said to ease tension in the lungs. The first Qigong clinic was opened in 1955 in China, but closed ten years later during the Cultural Revolution. Today, the system has reestablished itself in China and is quickly spreading throughout Asia and North America.
