The growing interest in the ancient traditions of the East every year is fully justified. The knowledge that the inhabitants of the Celestial Empire have been honing for centuries reveals to us the secrets of he alth and longevity. Chinese breathing exercises help in prolonging youth. Is it possible to master the technique of performing exercises? Yes, this is done either independently (with the involvement of specialized literature), or with the help of an experienced craftsman. Chinese breathing exercises are divided into types, each of which has its own characteristics. Consider the most common types of therapeutic exercises.
Chinese jianfei breathing exercises
The word “jianfei” literally translates from Chinese as “lose fat”. Three simple exercises will help reduce weight by normalizing metabolism and eliminating hunger. They will also help you relax and relieve fatigue. All this provides a gradual weight loss, which does not harm the human body, unlike diets that promise super-fast weight loss. The advantage is also the fact that these exercises can beto produce at home and without the use of any special simulators. The only thing: you need to stock up on comfortable clothes that do not hinder movement. It is important to understand that Chinese breathing exercises will only give results if you perform all the exercises regularly and correctly.
Exercise number 1. "Wave"
It aims to reduce hunger. It must be done before eating. The most comfortable position is lying on your back. Bend your knees, keep your feet straight. Place one hand on your chest, the other on your stomach. With a deep slow breath, draw in your stomach and lift your chest. Hold your breath for a few seconds, then exhale slowly. As you exhale, draw in your chest and inflate your stomach. Do forty complete inhale-exhale cycles.
Exercise 2. "Frog"
This exercise will normalize the functioning of the central nervous system. Sitting on a low chair, place your feet shoulder-width apart. The angle between the thigh and lower leg is straight. Elbows on the knees, the left hand is clenched into a fist (in men it is the right one), the other is clasping it. Next, you need to rest your forehead on your fist, relax and close your eyes. Take deep breaths in and out for at least 15 minutes.
Exercise 3. Lotus
It will help regulate metabolism and activate blood circulation. Starting position - the pose of the "sitting Buddha". Hands palms up lie on the legs in front of the stomach. Women place the right hand underleft, and men - on the contrary. The eyes must be closed. Stage 1: 5 minutes of deep even breathing. Stage 2: 5 minutes of natural and relaxed breathing. Stage 3: 10 minutes of breathing without control over the process with the purification of consciousness from extraneous thoughts.
Chinese qigong breathing exercises
Exercises are performed to smooth relaxing music. This gymnastics improves the physical, intellectual and emotional state of a person.
Exercise 1. Breath of Fire
As you exhale, the stomach is pulled in sharply. We breathe with the diaphragm. This exercise is very dynamic. May cause dizziness in beginners.
Exercise 2
Breathe slowly and deeply. Inhalation and exhalation are characterized by equal intensity. We perform at least ten minutes.
Exercise 3
Inhale and exhale only through the nose. The body is relaxed, the eyes are closed. Duration - 10 minutes.
According to doctors from the Middle Kingdom, the problem of extra pounds and the occurrence of diseases lies in the disharmony of the yin-yang of our body. Stabilization of Qi flows will help to forget about many problems, including excess fat. Chinese breathing exercises will come to the rescue in this.
