Liu He Gong
Liu He Gong translates to six directions (Liu He) these six directions around the person {upward, downward, east, west, south, north} are practiced in exercise (gong) It is an ancient Chinese health cultivation practice. Influenced by Daoist practice and Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), in modern times it has been further developed by experts in the “Shanghai Qigong Research Institute in China).
Liu He (six-unity) can be split into three-unity of the interior and three-unity of the exterior. Exterior refers to the physical coordination of the three spatial dimensions (up-down, left-right, back-front) these movements act to regulate the mind, body and breath. Do this by concentrating on the movement, breath and calmness of mind.
With practice the second step three-unity of interior, naturally unifies (Intention, Qi, and spirit). Thus when we combined (exterior to interior) we find unity and balance.
Liu He Gong (Six Unity) Yang Form
1/ Ascend open close descend, expanding soul breath
2/ Exhale the old, Inhale the new then draw circles in four dimensions
3/ Ascend clean energy, connect with above; Descend stale energy, press below
4/ Turn the body to look back and side- twist and centre
5/ Relax the Fascia and stretch the body fusion
6/ Connect Spirit; arms and legs, press and release Qi, rise to Cosmos
What are the benefits of Liu He Gong; stated by the ‘Shanghai Qigong’ research institute? Which advises that the first three movements are effective for depression, insomnia, chest tightness, distending pain and dizziness along with tinnitus due to endocrine disorders.The last three movements are for motor system problems, such as muscle tension, joint pain, and weakness of your limbs.