Developed over several millennia in Chinese monasteries, hospitals, imperial courts and wilderness qigong (pronounced Chee-gung) is a profound yet simple method for increasing vitality, longevity, and potency; achieving and maintaining optimal health and inner peace. Qigong is a self-healing art that combines movement, meditation and visualizations to enhance the mind-body-spirit connection; cultivate greater energy and assist healing. The ancient Chinese tradition of qigong is now breaking through in the West as a health and human performance power tool. Exercises encourage many health benefits, such as stress reduction, increased mobility, balance and relaxation. Suitable for all fitness levels.