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Flexibility, and overall body strength, are very important factors that work to determine not just your lifespan, but your quality of life. Maybe you've noticed general decreased mobility and flexibility as you age, or you have an old injury that left you with a stiff or painful joint. Perhaps you've had to get a joint replaced and noticed that the recovery wasn't quite as easy as you expected, and you are looking for ways to increase your general flexibility.
Qigong, and the energetic principles it encompasses, can be very beneficial!
"In short, Qigong is a method of gentle self-healing exercises [25] designed to increase well-being. It can help to strengthen the body’s musculoskeletal system and cognitive function [19], increase joint flexibility, motor function, and movement coordination. It can also help activate postural improvements, and diminish pain. In addition, its application can reduce fatigue [22], stimulate the circulation, correct systemic imbalances [25], and optimize the body’s physiology."
Full article, entitled "Qigong Exercises and Arthritis - PMC found here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5750595/#:~:text=Among%20other%20noteworthy%20benefits%20of,plus%20chronic%20pain%20%5B44%5D
In this joint mobility workshop, we will learn:
- What joints of the body really are, and things that can contribute to them stiffening up and losing mobility over time
- General steps and lifestyle changes we can make to improve joint health
Then, we'll get to the really good stuff...
- We'll see how qigong and tai chi are uniquely suited to increasing joint mobility
- We'll follow qigong methods for loosening the joints
- We'll learn general self-massages for the joints based on Chinese energetic principles
- We'll practice several qigong movements specifically curated to increase joint flexibility in all of the joints while strengthening the entire body
You must preregister for this workshop by reaching out directly to Adrian by email at [email protected], or by call/text 540-931-6507. Minimum 4 preregistered attendees to host the workshop.
Please note that a 6 week Joint Mobility series of classes will begin on Thursday, 7/18. Those really wanting to deepen their practice of joint health would do well to attend both the workshop and the series of classes.
Workshop pricing: $45/attendee. Register with a friend, you each pay $40. $35 for established students of TCHE.
If you plan to attend both the workshop AND the entire series of 6 classes, you may pay $135. Established students pay $125
*See Adrian's website and most recent newsletter for information on applying for a SCHOLARSHIP to attend the workshop* (coming soon, I promise!!)
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Body Elite Wellness, 3050 Valley Ave, Winchester, VA 22601-2668, United States,Winchester, Virginia
