This documentary introduces viewers to qigong, a 5,000-year-old method of cultivating and circulating the life energy called qi. It relates some of the history of qigong, as well as scientific evidence of efficacy. We also see qigong used in various contexts in modern China, and hear from Chinese doctors and qigong practitioners. The film was originally produced for the Public Broadcasting Service in the United States.
Dr. Yang Jwing-Ming explains, demonstrates, and discusses the Eight Pieces of Brocade (jian shen ba duan jin), a qigong practice for health and wellbeing. The Eight Pieces of Brocade is a sequence of eight movements intended to build qi, promote blood circulation, assist the immune system, strengthen the internal organs, and energize the body. Dr. Yang teaches both sitting and standing variations of the practice.
The drama tells the story of two Kunlun disciples, Ling Feng and Bai Ze, who, before the founding of the Zu Mountain Sect, made different choices and grew up in opposition to each other, one good and one evil.
Chunyi Lin teaches introduces viewers to his Spring Forest Qigong system, with a focus on practices for health and wellness.
Could our mounting modern problems have ancient solutions? Travel to the depths of China to find out.
James Lu teaches a qigong breathing method.
Chong Xue Zhi, the young mistress of Chonghuo Palace and Shangguan Tou, master of Yueshang Valley experience many misunderstandings before becoming husband and wife, and preventing Mu Yuan who practices “The Nine Techniques of the Lotus God” from destruction, bringing back peace to jianghu.
