Wudang

Qigong
W

udang Mountain is an area that is famous for its Daoist

temples which have a history of over one thousand
years. Many monks have Daoist religion and philosophy
there, following the Daoist principles of following nature, to
develop their Qi and achieve longevity.
They maintain the body in a natural way, making sure
they avoid stress and always trying to have a good and relaxed
attitude. They also practise Qigong to maintain a healthy body
and so many Daoist monks reach a very old age, seventy, eighty,
ninety and even one hundred years old.
Here are some Wu Dang Qigong exercises that are
simple and easy to follow.

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1.

Wuji (No Limit) Position

i. Stand still with your legs together and both heels touching.
The arms should rest at your side so your fingertips touch
the Fengxi points on the outside of your thighs. The Baihui,
Wuyin and Yongquan points connect together in one straight
line.
ii. Breathe naturally allowing the Qi to sink to the Dantian.
This position is very good for relaxation. Fig 1

2.

Yi (Two Poles) Position

4.

Taiji (Yin & Yang) Position.

i. Stand still with your feet as wide as

your shoulders, back straight and
look forward, but do not focus on
anything and keep your mouth
naturally closed. Position your hands
as if you are holding a ball in front
of your Dantian. Again stand as long
as you can, but you must feel
comfortable. This position is good for
every body.

i.

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and bend your
knees. Raise your arms to your sides with the palms facing
downwards. Keep your back straight and look forwards
without focusing on anything. Relax your body.
ii. This position is good for relieving high blood pressure. You
should breathe naturally and stay in that position for a few
minutes so you feel good.

3. Bagua (Eight Situations) Position

i.

Bends your knees as in the last exercise Yi Position.

However, this time raise your hands up above your
shoulders, so the palms face forwards and the thumbs point
to each other. Keep the elbows slightly bent to allow the
Queqi points to open. Breathe naturally and stand as long
as you feel good. This exercise is good for low blood
pressure.

5. Si Xiang (Four Images) Position

i. Stand still with your feet

shoulder width apart and
bend your knees. Your
heels should point
towards each other so
your feet make a straight
line. Position your hands
so your palms face your
Dantian. Again keep your
back straight and look
ahead without focusing.
Let your Qi sink to your
Dantian, relax your whole
body
and
breathe
naturally. This position is
good for strengthening
the body.

The above Qigong positions are good for many different

kinds of conditions. If you do not know your own condition,
you can do any of the exercises, as they will not harm you. Just
remember to stand still, relax the whole body, breathe naturally
and keep your eyes open, but do not focus on anything. When
you find a lot of saliva builds up, swallow it down to your
Dantian. Hold the position and relax your mind until you feel
good. If you can practise daily, then you will find a lot of benefit
to your health as they are not only good for blood pressure,
but also good for chronic disease such as stress, a weak body
and legs and kidney problems.
by Fei Shi Yong

Translated by Michael Tse

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