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When the pace of modern life wears you down, turn to an ancient practice to revitalize, balance and relax your body and mind.  Qi Gong originated thousands of years ago as a way to establish a strong foundation of health through one complete workout.  Master instructor (and public television favorite) Lee Holden brings this powerful moving meditation into the 21st century. You’ll instantly feel its restorative affects as it clears stress, builds strength and flexibility, and boosts the immune system.  You’ll discover an invaluable natural source of energy, something we all need in today’s competitive, stressful world.”I just participated with your Qi Gong: The Flow Continues DVD … and am writing to thank you.  Ever since a dental surgery years ago, the left side of my body has been low on energy and I haven’t been able to get energy flowing normally into my left jaw, despite my efforts to correct it. Very quickly after joining in your movements my left side was tingling with energy, and it tingled for the rest of the session.  More amazing, the energy was flowing fully and pleasurably into my left jaw.  It is the first thing that has done this!  Also, I’d had an exceedingly unpleasant and discouraging day, and this managed to improve my outlook.  I am recommending your DVD to a friend who is recovering from a stroke and has some residual problem with her left side. You are a gifted teacher.  Thank you for making this so easy, pleasurable, beautiful and available.”-Joyce B. Qi Gong The Flow ContinuesMore Beginners’ PracticeSequence of MovementsDeep Abdominal Breathing    Centering, increasing lung capacity, bringing    more energy into the body.Twisting    Opens the joints of the spine, increases energy    circulation through the back.Knocking on the Door of Life    Energizes the body, increases circulation in the back.Wide-Leg Spinal Twist*    Improves joint mobility, increases range of motion    through the back and hips.Wide-Leg Weight Shift*    Strengthens the legs, creates flexibility through the    lower body.Moving Like the River*    Strength and a sense of flow through the entire body.Wide-Leg Full Body Flow*    Stretches all the major muscles in the body.Palm Press Behind the Back    Clears tension from the neck and upper back.Interlock Fingers, Forward Bend    Stretches shoulders, upper back, and hamstrings.Wave    Trains the body to move fluidly, clears tension    from the back.Hip Circles    Increases range of motion through the hips and lower back.Arm Spirals    Opens all the joints in the body, develops inner    coordination, and increases energy circulation.Pulling up the Earth    Develops energy flow, increases lung capacity.Side Stretch Flow    Opens the rib cage, increases lung capacity, and    cultivates energy.Tai Chi Extended Opening    Develops flow, cultivates internal energy.Expanding the Horizons    Stretches the upper body and arms, creates upper    body flow.Cloudy Hands Extended Version    Opens the energy in the chest, balances emotional energy.Pebble in the Pond    Creates flow in the body and brings energy into    the center of the body.Holding a Qi Ball    Develops the sensitivity to energy.Turning the Wheel    Cultivates internal energy; opens the energy in    the spine (yang) and front of the body (yin).Centering    Develops inner balance and harmony and brings    energy to the center of the body.Bamboo in the Wind    Inner balance and harmony.*Not in easier routine.  QiGong (pronounced “chee gong” and alternatively spelled as “qigong,” “qi gong,” or “chi kung”) is sometimes called the new yoga – but the practice dates back thousands of years to ancient China. The word qi (or chi) means life force or “vital energy of the body,” and gong means accomplishment or skill that is cultivated through steady practice. Qi Gong is specifically designed to cultivate the body’s vital energy, using it to heal and strengthen every system throughout the body. Thus, qi gong means cultivating energy, and it involves working with energy to strengthen and cleanse the body. Using these Qi Gong DVDs, CDs, and videos will improve your relaxation, reduce pain, and improve your health.