Qigong: An Introduction to the Ancient Practice

What qigong is and where it comes from, told dynasty by dynasty from the Neolithic to today. A clear starting point to understand the roots of the practice before you begin.

Barbara Hammond

A brief introduction to chi kung as Chinese medical breathing. It covers healing postures, quietness, the Six Healing Breath Sounds and the main energy points and meridians, with notes on possible reactions.

Dan Brulé

Eighteen qigong exercises explained one by one, from Tai Chi Start to Settling the Qi. Each movement includes the breathing pattern, key words and training tips so you can follow along alone.

Tai Chi Nation

The 18 movements of Shibashi qigong, from Opening Position to Closing, with a photo and short instructions for each step. Written by a hospital physiotherapy team for patients who are new to the practice.

Leverndale Hospital

A complete beginner's book in two parts: the origins and ideas of qigong, then step-by-step routines with drawings. It closes with Shou Gong, the classic way to end each session.

Paula Daunt