As a traditional qigong exercise routine, Ba Duan Jin dates back to the Song Dynasty (960 – 1279). With easy movements, it is recognised as a gem in China’s health and fitness culture, giving impressive effects on health for practitioners.
Ba Duan Jin practice is a natural combination of movement, breathing and mindfulness. A relaxed mind eliminates psychological and physiological stresses. A relaxed body tones muscles, joints and organs. Over time, practitioners of Ba Duan Jin can achieve this two-fold relaxation, from the inside to the outside, to get one’s body, breath and mind free of restraint. A peaceful mind and a calm mood flow from total concentration on the exercise without distraction.
Ba Duan Jin is noted for its smooth comfortable postures and its movements are performed using inner strength, combining firmness with gentleness. Deep and natural breathing is a feature of the routine.
Ba Duan Jin is a core element of Wulong classes and its practice is known to:
improve the respiratory and cardiovascular systems
reduce coronary artery sclerosis and osteoporosis
increase limb strength, flexibility and balance
strengthen the immune system and delay aging, and
improve mental health.
If you are looking for a program to enhance your all round health and wellbeing, try a Wulong class today. Click here to see all our class locations and timings.