3 Qi Gong Exercises for Anti-Aging (and the Benefits of Qi Gong for Seniors)

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  • čas přidán 14. 10. 2020
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    Discover three anti-aging Qi Gong exercises for seniors. Learn what Qi Gong is and the philosophy of Qi Gong as it relates to aging.
    Qi Gong is called “The art of preventing disease and prolonging life.”
    Qi means energy. It’s your life-force energy.
    When Qi flows through you, the natural result is health and longevity.
    Qi Gong helps you increase the flow of Qi through your body.
    Qi Gong is mindfulness in motion. Think of it as a moving meditation practice. The movements are down slowly, with intention and awareness.
    In this video, you’ll learn a couple of Qi Gong exercises for seniors (or anyone, really) can use to promote longevity and reverse aging.
    The first is called Spinal Cord breathing.
    This exercise helps your body absorb more oxygen. It clears out stiffness, tightness, and tension in the back.
    The second is a movement Lee Holden learned from a woman in China who was 106 years old… and taught ten classes a week.
    It’s called “Swimming Dragon.”
    This exercise helps massage the muscles in your upper back and neck, clearing tension and tightness. Do this exercise for a few minutes each day to cultivate resilience in your body and mind.
    The final exercise is “Pulling Down the Heavens.”
    This exercise pulls in energy from the natural world around you. You’ll feel waves of relaxing energy pouring through your body, from your head all the way to your feet.
    After these three exercises, you should feel a lightness. You might feel a tingling sensation in your hands and fingers.
    If you enjoy these three exercises, check out Lee Holden’s Video Class Subscription. You can get a FREE two-week trial right now. You’ll get instant access to over ten Qi Gong classes you can do from the comfort of your living room. Click below to learn more:
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Komentáře • 390

  • @danceofthedragonbydavidlee
    @danceofthedragonbydavidlee Před 3 lety +225

    Thanks Lee, as a 70 year old qigong teacher, who's been practicing for a very long time, I love the attention that you bring to the art and the way you are able to make it available to people who wouldn't have ever thought of doing qigong. This is especially true for seniors who really need to connect with their bodies. They still make up a small percentage of my over all students but they have been increasing lately. This practice has brought me back from a major motorcycle accident a few years ago, and the depth and breadth of it from merely healing our bodies to healing our emotions and spirit. Your visibility has generated larger classes and more interest for all of us.

    • @HoldenQiGong
      @HoldenQiGong  Před 3 lety +11

      That is awesome, thank you for sharing! - Team HQ

    • @rubylopez4320
      @rubylopez4320 Před 3 lety +1

      thank you.

    • @geokenglim1538
      @geokenglim1538 Před 3 lety +2

      @@HoldenQiGong and use j

    • @petermathewvanaardt74
      @petermathewvanaardt74 Před 3 lety +7

      I'm 64 and due Covid_19 have been stuck & starving this entire year. long story. lost weight and all muscle 115kg down to 62kg. just loose skin and bones now. immune system hammered . how do i rebuild /feed my body to get back my strength etc?

    • @danceofthedragonbydavidlee
      @danceofthedragonbydavidlee Před 3 lety +8

      @@petermathewvanaardt74 sounds like you are going through a lot and probably Holden Qigong will reply to this as well, but I have been in similar circumstances when I came down with Hepatitis A in Thailand a few years ago (I was 67) and couldn't shake it for almost 6 months before my eyes went back to normal. During this period I was technically homeless in Asia and could not return to the US, as I had no place to go and certainly no one anywhere to take care of me. I had to relax and acknowledge that I might die and have that be okay. I could not will myself to be well and I was quite weak and down to around 52 Kilos. I struggled to buy food and feed myself. I slept as much as I could and tried to meditate. I had to walk to the village to buy food and find a way to cook it. Gradually I got stronger and I didn't freak out. The physical problems are real, the mental and emotional suffering, we can learn to overcome. Being stuck and locked down, is something you have to deal with and it's best to accept it. It's important to find a way to relax in your situation. Gradually you can get stronger again. It took me about a year to feel normal again, and another 6 months to get my vitality back. These exercises, if you can do them, are a start. I also offer some on my channel but they may be a bit more technical in their approach to the internal arts, Obviously I don't know the full story. If you don't have enough money to eat, I don't really know what your options are, but if I can survive my ordeal, I have confidence that you can survive yours, if you don't underestimate your capacity. Good Luck brother.

  • @rayparr1
    @rayparr1 Před 3 lety +58

    Mighty powerful for 9 minutes
    2:27 Spinal Cord Breathing
    3:48 Swimming Dragon
    6:00 Pull down the Heavens
    7:40 Energy Acknowledgement

    • @xmabsurde7733
      @xmabsurde7733 Před 2 lety +1

      Bravo Monsieur. Je suis admirative. Ça donne envie de venir marcher à vos côtés.

  • @christinachetwynd9748
    @christinachetwynd9748 Před 3 lety +46

    I am very new to this Qui Gong. I am disable and unable to stand up without support for longer than a minute as I am bent from my hips and have extensive metal work in my spine. I am using the modification and doing these exercises sitting down. I have only tried for 2 days. I am going to try practicing it daily and see if it helps me in any way. Thanks Lee for your encouragement.

    • @dotdashdotdash
      @dotdashdotdash Před 2 lety +2

      how did it go?

    • @injakim7997
      @injakim7997 Před rokem +1

      @@dotdashdotdash Keep on doing on chair 💪

    • @zatrusofnietzche2281
      @zatrusofnietzche2281 Před rokem +4

      Keep trying just a little each day.i used to just do breathing exercises in bed ! Then the arm movements in my wheelchair. I was in a wheelchair for over 20yrs Tai chi /qi gong /Tàijíquán. Now I'm back doing my big kicks & often mistaken for the teacher 😁☯️🙏

  • @kennethspeering2922
    @kennethspeering2922 Před rokem +8

    I am 64 and have been doing your Qi Gong challenge now for 4 months and a 1000% renewal and overall rejuvenation. Wish I did this in my younger years the aches and pains would not be so bad. Haha. By doing QI Gong and now Yoga for men I am feeling full of life and not tired as often. I still have my lawn service business as of 20 years and hand milk my goats daily, check in on my 96 year old mom and my horse has even noticed the change. THANKS Lee

    • @ess1838
      @ess1838 Před rokem

      ليش بالله ابيك انت الي تقولي ابي اشوفك قدامي وربي اوعدك بكون مبسوط وهادي

  • @terryriley7928
    @terryriley7928 Před 3 lety +54

    Hi Lee...I discovered you this year with your 20 minute qi gong work out which I do almost every day. It’s the best for an energy reboot.
    I am an 85-year-old musician, still walk 3 to 4 miles a day in Hill country and put in a full day of work. You are a big part of my health maintenance program… Thank you so much for being who you are!

    • @xmabsurde7733
      @xmabsurde7733 Před 2 lety +3

      Bravo Monsieur ! Je suis admirative vous êtes un bel exemple de détermination et de positivité ! Ça donne envie de marcher à vos côtés dans vos collines. Prenez bien soin de vous.

    • @Socialanxietyexperiment
      @Socialanxietyexperiment Před rokem

      are you still doing well after 2 yrs Terry

  • @Akhrabal
    @Akhrabal Před 3 lety +37

    ima do this tho im 19, the things we eat and drink age us fast, changed up my diet and focusing more on spirituality

    • @tadifaheavengave7297
      @tadifaheavengave7297 Před 3 lety +2

      You awaken too young that's cool

    • @latinainwpb
      @latinainwpb Před 3 lety +4

      Kudos to you for wanting to take care of your whole self at an early age 👍. In a few decades you will really thank yourself! 😉

    • @vijayakumarp7593
      @vijayakumarp7593 Před 2 lety +2

      Spirituality is the only thing that keep you going and will be highly beneficial.
      Keep on seeking it.
      It will bring you joy.

    • @albertleneve313
      @albertleneve313 Před 2 lety

      Je suis en vacances mais il old,,0*
      W

  • @mmmuscraft5558
    @mmmuscraft5558 Před 3 lety +30

    I began practicing Qi Gong with one of your videos, three years ago. Since then it ha been a constant practice. Since then I have seen improvements in many areas like quality of sleeping, clarity of mind and concentration, physical resistance and resilience, and reflexes!
    I just want to thank you for everything you are giving. You have a very nice and clear way to teach step by step. Best wishes of success!

  • @amylandis43
    @amylandis43 Před 3 lety +42

    This is wonderful! Thank you! Am 77 and am still active. Want to stay that way. P.S. short videos work best for me. I am currently doing three of yours.

  • @carrollindsay432
    @carrollindsay432 Před 3 lety +14

    I appreciate seeing these anti aging movements for seniors and mentioning ligments, tendons & muscles. My body is feeling better doing better many Qigong movements.

  • @barriereid9244
    @barriereid9244 Před 3 lety +5

    104 sceptics who will not enjoy a happy long life. My connection with chi is through martial arts for the past fifty years. Much underestimated by mostly all those not in the know! Stay safe.

  • @gmboles1595
    @gmboles1595 Před 3 lety +38

    Easy exercises even for a 79-year old !!

    • @lincashin1187
      @lincashin1187 Před 3 lety +2

      Good for you, You'll never get old, God bless you

    • @HoldenQiGong
      @HoldenQiGong  Před 3 lety +3

      Hi, for seniors, check out the following programs:
      Qi Gong for Better Balance: www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-for-better-balance/
      Qi Gong for Longevity: www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-for-longevity/
      Seated Qi Gong: www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-the-seated-workout/
      Qi Gong for Seniors Workshop: www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-for-seniors-workshop/

  • @coryfaustino8021
    @coryfaustino8021 Před 3 lety +11

    Thank you Lee, this is awesome. Im a senior and I’m going to try to do this everyday. I still want to enjoy my grandchildren.😊

  • @bozenawojno344
    @bozenawojno344 Před 3 lety +18

    Be blessed with your beautiful and simple 3 qi gong. I am recovering from covid and you really help me a lot. Thanks so much for your wonderful job. My breathing is improving ;)

  • @Misslotusification
    @Misslotusification Před rokem +2

    How come it took me 2 years to find these classes? Thank you Lee, you're a gem.

  • @sitazarrabian6611
    @sitazarrabian6611 Před 3 lety

    Just wonderful, Thank you so much

  • @tanjamajerle6404
    @tanjamajerle6404 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you!

  • @isabelmorais9430
    @isabelmorais9430 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Lee! This shall improve my life, I’m sure!

  • @sheilacooper2962
    @sheilacooper2962 Před 3 lety

    Thank you Lee I really enjoyed the above Qigong for Seniors. I really felt the benefit.

  • @urmillamaharaj9132
    @urmillamaharaj9132 Před 3 lety

    Thank you. Just saw your video. I am going to add it to my daily routine. ❤

  • @elizabethplane9868
    @elizabethplane9868 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you, I have received the link for 2 week sessions. 🙏🏼

  • @pukasmom
    @pukasmom Před 3 lety

    Thankyou so much ! I'm so glad I found this!

  • @hansapatel5277
    @hansapatel5277 Před 2 lety

    Thank you Lee I always enjoy qigong with you. Well explained.

  • @sharonnota
    @sharonnota Před 3 lety +1

    I love this as a way to transition into a sitting meditation.

  • @anitadsouza2628
    @anitadsouza2628 Před 3 lety

    You are an inspiration to many.God bless you Lee.

  • @jenniferdwight262
    @jenniferdwight262 Před 3 lety +9

    Loving this at 57 years young!

  • @wendyrual7179
    @wendyrual7179 Před 3 lety +8

    Thank you.....love these moves 💕

  • @sanjaychopra2217
    @sanjaychopra2217 Před rokem

    Love from India Lee. So much energy and vitality I am gaining day by day.

  • @luckykitten55
    @luckykitten55 Před 3 lety

    Love this one, thank you Lee

  • @shivvinaypandey1879
    @shivvinaypandey1879 Před 3 lety

    Thanks divine Soul...

  • @Khmer-cu1ow
    @Khmer-cu1ow Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for Sharing!!

  • @seanjay4917
    @seanjay4917 Před 3 lety +1

    You're right on the point, prevention is the key for aging defense. I certainly will put the emphasis to" the eastern tranquil". Thank you.

  • @rakelescueta7520
    @rakelescueta7520 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much.

  • @swarnlata7437
    @swarnlata7437 Před 3 lety

    Very good,I took this course and do these exercises, make me more energetic.

  • @maryanneselvey2682
    @maryanneselvey2682 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much!!!

  • @ilovelife3487
    @ilovelife3487 Před 3 lety +6

    Wow loved this! just found you this morning ❤ thank you universe ❤ and Lee 😄x

  • @nomeolvidesful
    @nomeolvidesful Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much This video is great !!!

  • @victorioushealthnetwork

    Excellent as always! Thankyou

  • @bettinabettina7155
    @bettinabettina7155 Před 3 lety

    Love this as it combines Tai chi...but this feels immediate! Love it.

  • @elena-251
    @elena-251 Před 3 lety

    Thank you 🙏

  • @loupulkkinen5258
    @loupulkkinen5258 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you so much Lee for teaching us the concept of Qi Gong and showing us how to do it with grace and ease. I've sent your videos to family and friends so they can also benefit from this. You are really appreciated Lee.

  • @BeyondYogaTaiChiwithLouise

    Thank you Lee. I appreciate your clarity and generosity that you offer through your Qi Gong videos. I am a Tai Chi, Qi Gong and Yoga instructor and I appreciate your guidance and expertise very much. You open many doors for us, your viewers, and I want you to know how much it is appreciated. Namaste ...

  • @e.m.riegler6642
    @e.m.riegler6642 Před rokem

    Dear Lee,
    I am living in Austria and I enjoy your videos very much!! Thankyou for this great video!

  • @johnrange7600
    @johnrange7600 Před 2 lety +2

    thank you so much for the information and the three routines! Love it!

  • @riavandenend6666
    @riavandenend6666 Před rokem

    Thans for the Qi gong flow for older Peuple helps me A lot

  • @niyeen6317
    @niyeen6317 Před 3 lety +1

    Bravo! Ancient is also modern!

  • @carolleota9000
    @carolleota9000 Před rokem

    I started the first time I saw ur video. Thanks love it.💞👍

  • @blisswkc3344
    @blisswkc3344 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank y'all so much dearest 🌹
    Y'all such an inspiration 🥰
    Appreciate y'all from the bottom of my heart 💜
    Be Blissful Eternally 🙏👼🌈

  • @aliceschorbach
    @aliceschorbach Před 2 lety

    Love the qigong breathing exercises to keep practicing

  • @renetapouleva211
    @renetapouleva211 Před 3 lety

    Thank you very much 🙏🏻🍀

  • @karensg5872
    @karensg5872 Před 3 lety

    Amazing! Thank you 🙏💙🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @poppyfuller27
    @poppyfuller27 Před 3 lety +5

    Thank-You for an awesome video. I'm 70 and I'm looking forward to trying these exercises out. Starting tomorrow morning.

  • @k6923
    @k6923 Před 3 lety

    Thanks I love you method of delivering Comlex matters with simple lessons!!?

  • @suzimorton832
    @suzimorton832 Před 3 měsíci

    Lee is a really great teacher - I highly recommend giving his two week free trial a go!

  • @ZanubaAcader
    @ZanubaAcader Před rokem

    Thanking you

  • @evapierotti2200
    @evapierotti2200 Před 2 lety

    Thanks teacher. Gracias.

  • @beritblomqvist22
    @beritblomqvist22 Před 2 lety

    Thank you 🌿🌸🦋💕

  • @CarlottaPeppillota
    @CarlottaPeppillota Před rokem

    Hello Lee! Thank you! You changed my life!,

  • @aratizavrel3834
    @aratizavrel3834 Před 2 lety +3

    Thank you Lee I do the 20 min everyday it helps 🥰

  • @dagmarclausen4536
    @dagmarclausen4536 Před rokem

    Thank you so much!

  • @janluxenberg7811
    @janluxenberg7811 Před 3 lety +28

    His classes are fantastic. And the meditations at the end extends the relaxation you feel after completing the class.

  • @renetapouleva211
    @renetapouleva211 Před 3 lety

    Thank you 🙏🏻

  • @anupamachannan602
    @anupamachannan602 Před 3 lety +4

    Thank you so much for your video. I had joined your 5 day challenge and loved each day's routine. Couldn't continue due to other reasons. But you are awesome!

  • @joycedunlap9463
    @joycedunlap9463 Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks, Lee for these short videos. I spoke to the rehab director of the nursing home where my brother is right now and told him about these videos for seniors anti-aging and the one for balance. I hope he checked them out. They help people in many ways.

  • @luisavaca33
    @luisavaca33 Před rokem

    Love it. Thank you !

  • @HoangTruong-ij4sm
    @HoangTruong-ij4sm Před rokem +1

    Thank you very much Master. Student from Sydney, Australia.

    • @HoldenQiGong
      @HoldenQiGong  Před rokem

      You are very welcome. Thanks for watching!

  • @jeanettemundy6778
    @jeanettemundy6778 Před 3 lety +27

    I got into Tai Chi during lockdown, as my regular exercise classes were cancelled. It has now become a part of my everyday life, and I cannot imagine being without it. I loved this anti-aging video, and have subscribed to your channel. Many thanks, Lee.

    • @HoldenQiGong
      @HoldenQiGong  Před 3 lety +1

      That is awesome!

    • @bhaktideb6841
      @bhaktideb6841 Před 3 lety +1

      Me too, Jeanette!

    • @jasond626
      @jasond626 Před 3 lety

      Yeah similar reason to me plus of the back of being in hospital for 5 days doing physio and hydrotherapy. And need to do movement I'll enjoy and do.

  • @gillbawden
    @gillbawden Před 3 lety +8

    I do this every day now. I feel so relaxed.

  • @giselaburns4199
    @giselaburns4199 Před 2 lety

    Love you’re practice lessons

  • @rubylopez4320
    @rubylopez4320 Před 3 lety +2

    Muchas Gracias .

  • @rosemoon8072
    @rosemoon8072 Před 3 lety

    i feel better just watching it !!!!!!!!!!

  • @imThefirelfy
    @imThefirelfy Před 3 lety +9

    Just what I need! This is awesome Lee. Just gonna bookmark the main exercise part here for my use. 2:28.

  • @HMPerezChE
    @HMPerezChE Před 3 lety +4

    I love it, especially the "Swimming Dragon".

  • @linywiradjaja4627
    @linywiradjaja4627 Před rokem

    Thanks 🙏🙏🙏

  • @nicoleegger4209
    @nicoleegger4209 Před 2 lety

    Thank you for this. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @mika66
    @mika66 Před 3 lety +13

    No wonder aging in western culture is so frowned upon - Old means useless and financial strain. "Higher Education" is the key for a new, healthier, paradigm. Thank you!

  • @jalajamenon8664
    @jalajamenon8664 Před 3 lety

    Thank you👍🙏

  • @marjanadidi1261
    @marjanadidi1261 Před 3 lety +2

    Thanks , perfect for the morning routine 👍

  • @kenolynyk4512
    @kenolynyk4512 Před 3 lety +2

    Thank you so much. Will really be able to continue, In spite of low energy level at present. This is very comfortable and feels invigorating 😍😷

  • @stellamatala4354
    @stellamatala4354 Před rokem +1

    Thanks for sharing and the explanations! When I have the explanation is easier to follow the practise, it’s profound to follow!

  • @karenpalmer3985
    @karenpalmer3985 Před 2 lety +1

    Love this art and appreciate what the peaceful monks have sh own me.

  • @elizabethplane9868
    @elizabethplane9868 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you for these. Am looking at bringing my mind and body together and unify in healing both. 🙏🏼🧘‍♂️. Not pushing and stressing (as I have done much of).

  • @francescosgrave5594
    @francescosgrave5594 Před 3 lety +2

    I want to try this..

  • @greenness7387
    @greenness7387 Před 3 lety +7

    I do gentle yoga with Adriene - this is the perfect addition to that because it is slow and meditative. Thanks!

  • @MidnightWardrobe
    @MidnightWardrobe Před 3 lety

    Thank you

  • @angiesantos8261
    @angiesantos8261 Před 2 lety +1

    Awesome. A million thanks

  • @projectqueen610
    @projectqueen610 Před 3 lety +2

    This is awesome...I love it. It's relaxing and energizing. Wow! I feel so blessed to have found this. I am now 50 a people keep saying oh..getting older blah, blah,blah..I keep telling them that God will restore my youth..and what comes I'd beautiful things like this that serve me well.

  • @anupambanerjee8924
    @anupambanerjee8924 Před rokem

    Amazing Thank You !

  • @helena0925
    @helena0925 Před 2 lety

    Gracias!!

  • @ericdavid7396
    @ericdavid7396 Před 3 lety +1

    I've always followed your Qigong exercises and thanks a lot! Wonderful videos, Lee!!

  • @prayergoldman8993
    @prayergoldman8993 Před 3 lety

    Thanks brother

  • @janetfingleton1571
    @janetfingleton1571 Před 10 měsíci

    This is a beautiful exercise program and doesn’t take long.

  • @metodakitrain4458
    @metodakitrain4458 Před 2 lety

    very decent teacher. Thanks!

  • @yolandairizarry7320
    @yolandairizarry7320 Před 2 lety

    Thanks

  • @heatherrose2656
    @heatherrose2656 Před 3 lety

    Thank you. 😀

  • @ruthdavis2955
    @ruthdavis2955 Před 3 lety

    Really great, thank you

  • @mmmm-ib6vp
    @mmmm-ib6vp Před 3 lety

    thank you very much 😚

  • @deborahfaithreiki
    @deborahfaithreiki Před 3 lety +6

    I'm 59 and going to try this now. My body is so stiff and sore almost every day I'm in pain.. Praying this helps thanks so much ! Bless you 😀😅

    • @HoldenQiGong
      @HoldenQiGong  Před 3 lety

      Hi to help loosen up check out our Qi Gong for Longevity and our Qi Gong for Healthy Joints program here:
      www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-for-longevity/
      www.holdenqigong.com/product/qi-gong-for-healthy-joints/

  • @BM-zq9kz
    @BM-zq9kz Před 3 lety

    Super Thank you from Sweden

  • @sudharathi7628
    @sudharathi7628 Před 3 lety

    Amazing practice 😊😊🙏🏻

  • @verotexier5475
    @verotexier5475 Před 3 lety +8

    very good and powerful
    helps me to recenter in those hard times in France at the moment
    veronique