What are the four stages of breathing for Qi Gong? Describe how these stages work within a Qi Gong routine
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The four stages of breathing for Qi Gong are inhalation, anal lock, exhalation, and rest. Breathing is done through the nose. The abdominal wall expands and contracts with each breath, while the chest and shoulders stay relatively still. The practitioner uses soft, gentle breaths coordinated with the exercises. The rate of breathing sets the pace for the rhythmic movements. The upward and inward movements of the arms and head are performed during an inhalation, and the downward and outward movements are performed during an exhalation.
Ti-gang, or anal lock, occurs on inhalation. This clenching of the anal sphincter adds additional pressure on the abdomen and effectively massages the internal organs, as well as providing other therapeutic effects.
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