Five Element Qigong Set

This set addresses the movement of energy in terms of Daoist Five Element Theory. Each of the five movements is done five times on each side for a total of ten repetitions per movement, 50 repetitions for the entire set. Pay special attention to the fact that the heel comes up in the first and last sets only, and remember not to lock the front leg when retreating from it and into the density of the finishing position. I make a game of reminding the students of the organ system and element of each movement here: liver/wood, lung/metal, kidney/water, heart/fire, and spleen/earth. If you know the healing sound set, you can combine it with these movements. Just like the Eight Pieces of Brocade, this is a complete and practical set for daily practice.