The Qigong exercise complex "Eight pieces of brocade" was compiled more than two thousand years ago by a Chinese commander who sought to develop an ideal system for the comprehensive training of soldiers. It was necessary to create a program that would support the soldiers in a good physical form, ensured their high morale, readiness to engage in battle at any moment.
The technique developed by the commander turned out to be so effective that it was immediately adopted by the ancient Taoists. They began to use it to train Shaolin martial artists, but in a tougher version.

"8 pieces of brocade" - a description of a set of video exercises for beginners.

The Qigong complex "Eight pieces of brocade" exists in two versions. For morning and evening hours, the option is more suitable when all exercises are performed in a sitting position. This option will be an excellent solution immediately after waking up, in order to recharge your batteries and get a charge of vivacity for the whole day. In the sitting version, more calm and relaxed exercises that tone the muscles and also awaken the thought processes.

"Ba duan jin or 8 pieces of brocade" in the standing position is more dynamic, but does not require any physical effort, so it is suitable for people of all ages. The video "Qigong: Eight Pieces of Brocade" perfectly illustrates everything basic exercises, which will take you a little time and give you a charge of vivacity for the whole day. It will be enough to perform this course several times a week, so that results will soon become noticeable. You will become more energetic and active throughout the day, and your health will improve.

Video of the exercise "Qigong: 8 pieces of brocade":

Ba duan jin - just look and do.

In order not to be distracted by any external factors while watching, there is a special principle of ba duan jin - just look and do.
Align your breathing, focus on the sensations of your body, turn on the video and repeat the exercises. It is not necessary to follow all the movements exactly, the main thing is to pay attention to the main parts of the body, which are emphasized in a separate exercise. All exercises will take you about fifteen minutes, which is undoubtedly worth spending on your health.

Palm - open, but there is no tension in it, there is a hole in the middle of the palm, fingers are open, but not tense. The palms lightly hold the large ball.

palm Number 8 - the phalanges of three fingers (little, ring and middle fingers) are bent. Index and thumb are straight. The hand is straight, bent at the joint and relative to the forearm is at an angle of 90° . The thumb points to the side, and the index finger points up.

tiger paw - the first and second phalanges of the fingers are collected, the hand is open and the tendons are stretched. The palm is similar to the paw of an animal, but the hand is an extension of the forearm, it does not bend to the side.

fist wo gu - thumb presses on the base of the ring finger, the remaining fingers gather and squeeze the thumb with force.

rack ma-bu - Feet parallel to each other, the width of the stand is the length of three feet. The back is straight, the body should not fall forward or backward, the lower back is rounded, the body weight is in the middle, the legs are bent at the knees and in the hip part, as if we are sitting on a chair.

dan tien - an energy center located in the abdomen, two finger widths below the navel.

tu dan tien (heart center) -located in the center of the chest at the level of the heart.

bai hui - dot on top. If the top of each ear connects in a straight line upwards, then we find this point.

lao gong - the point at which the middle finger hits when it bends and presses the hole in the middle of the palm.

five weaknesses and seven damages - “five weaknesses mean” - five weak organs of our body (liver, spleen, heart, lungs, kidneys), the word “get rid of” means in this case to help make our organs stronger and healthier.

"seven damage" - emotions (sadness, anxiety, overzealousness, anger, fear, sudden fright) they relate to every organ and can also upset the balance and harm our body as a whole.

ming-men - this point is also called the "gate of life", it is located on the spinal column in the area opposite to the navel.

do may - Posterior canal. It starts from the Hui-yin point, passes through the middle of the back along the spine, through the top of the head, the Bai-hui point to the face. It ends at the Chun Jian point under the upper lip.

jen-may - Anterior canal. It starts from the Hui-yin point, passes through the middle of the abdomen, chest and ends at the Chun jian point under the upper lip.

Initial form.

I. Legs together, arms lowered along the body. The chest and abdomen are relaxed, the chin is pulled inward a little. The tip of the tongue is pressed against the upper palate. Look ahead.

II. The center of gravity is transferred to the right leg. Left leg goes to the side, shoulder width apart, feet parallel. The center of gravity smoothly moves to the middle.

III. Hands smoothly diverge to the sides, rising to the level of the thigh , palms* back.

IV. knees bend, at the same time, the hands turn palms forward and begin to slowly converge together and form a ball at the level dan tien*, while the palms are turned to the body, the distance between the fingers is one fist, the eyes are slowly closed.

The back is straight, the crown is as if suspended by a thread. Shoulders are down, elbows are relaxed. The chin is slightly pressed against the neck. The tip of the tongue is slightly pressed against the upper palate. The loin is rounded. When the knees are bent, the body is bent at the hip part, as if we are sitting down on a chair. The body, chest and abdomen are relaxed ( tune in to classes: inhale and exhale slowly. Keeping attention intribute,directing himqiattention. We stand for a few minutes).

1. Both hands push the sky (for adjusting the triple heater).

1.1. The eyes slowly open, the hands go down, continuing to hold the ball, the palms turn to the sky. The gaze goes down, between the palms.

1.2. The knees bend a little more, the fingers interlock, and the arms smoothly rise up along the body. At chest level, the arms begin to turn palms outward. Hands rise above the head, in front of the face in an upward direction, the gaze is also directed upwards, the head tilts back a little. Inhalation begins at the very beginning, when the arms begin to cross, and ends at the moment when the hands rest their palms on the sky.

1.3. The head is lowered, the gaze is straight. Hold your breath for three seconds. We fix the position, stretch a little. The chest opens, the stomach is drawn in. The back is slightly arched. Next, we relax.

1.4. Body weight slowly drops lower, knees bend. At the same time, the arms disengage and smoothly fall down to the sides. Hands seem to pick up the ball in front of the body. Exhalation.

The movements are repeated 6 times (at one time the arms are raised and lowered).

This exercise activates three areas of the body: the groin area, the navel area, the diaphragm area, the so-called "three heaters" - sanjiao. Stretching up, you stretch pectoral muscles and abdominal muscles. When the arms are raised, the back bends, the arms and body seem to become longer. The tendons are stretched. The abdomen is drawn in. These movements well help to restore the vertebrae of the neck, as well as align the back and solve problems associated with malaise in the shoulder joints. It is important to perform movements smoothly (tension and relaxation), which allows qi freely passes through the channels from the bottom up.

2. Pull the bow left and right (to strengthen the kidneys and lower back).

2.1. Hands below, as it were, pick up the ball. The weight of the body is transferred to the right leg. The left leg moves to the side, twice the width of the shoulders. At the same time, the arms open, the elbows are directed back, the little fingers slide along the body, at waist level. The palms are directed upwards.

The center of gravity smoothly moves to the middle. The legs are straightened. forearms hands are crossed at chest level, the left hand is superimposed on the right hand.

2.2. We sit down in the rack ma-boo*, at the same time, the arms begin to diverge in different directions, at shoulder level. The fingers of the left hand are bent fist number 8*(in Chinese) and push to the side to the left - palm forward, index finger of the left hand pointing up, thumb open. The fingers of the right hand are folded in such a way that they look like tiger paw*. The right hand “pulls the bowstring” and moves to the right with the elbow in the opposite direction. The head turns to the left, the body is straight, the center of gravity is in the middle.

Watch your back, it should be straight, buttocks are “picked up”. It strengthens the back muscles and increases circulationqiin the kidneys. The arm is not quite straight, the elbow is slightly bent, this will allow the energy to flow freely. But at the same time, you need to create an effort in the brush as if you are pulling a bowstring. The elbow is at shoulder level. But do not raise your shoulders, they should be lowered. Stretch the string, help the movement with your thought, concentrate your mind - this helps the movement.qi.

2.3. The weight of the body moves to the right leg, the body turns slightly to the right by 30 0. Simultaneously right hand straightens and describes an arc, both arms open, shoulders are relaxed, hands are pressed to the sides from themselves at shoulder level, fingers are directed upwards, gaze is directed to the right.

2.4. The left leg is pulled to the right and placed next to it. At the same time, the palms turn to the ground. Hands smoothly go down and pick up the ball. The fingers are pointing towards each other. Look ahead.

Left and right 1 time.

When doing the exercise last time, the right leg is substituted shoulder-width apart, hands below hold the ball, look forward.

It is important to remember that when you step to the left with your left hand over your right, when you step to the right, your right hand is on top of your left. This exercise helps to stretch the tendons and thereby open the channels of the hands. Rackma-boostrengthens the muscles of the legs.Channel do may, the back and chest open, thereby activating numerous points on the back, all this contributes to the opening of the channels and free movementqi.

3. Hands press, leg lifts (for spleen and stomach)

3.1. The left hand rises smoothly, turns at chest level, in front of the face with the palm away from you and rises in a small arc above the head, the palm looks at the sky, the fingers are turned to the right, the elbow is turned to the left. points laogong* And baihui* converge in one line. At the same time, the right hand presses the palm into the ground at the level of the thigh, while the elbow looks back, and the fingers are turned forward. At the same time, the center of gravity moves to the right, with the left hand the left leg rises, the knee rises to the level dan tien, the toe is relaxed and points down. Look ahead. Chest opens, back arches, shoulders gather. The abdomen is drawn in.

3.2. The leg is lowered and placed shoulder-width apart. At the same time, the left hand is lowered in front of the face, to the level dan tien, palm to the ground, right hand rises to the level dan tien. The knees are slightly bent and the hands pick up the ball from below. The fingers are pointing towards each other. Fist distance between fingers.

The movements are repeated (left and right 1 time) 3 times.

Last movement: the right leg drops to the width of the shoulders, the feet are parallel, the knees are slightly bent, the hands meet at the level dan tien, palms press into the ground, look ahead.

Make sure that the elbows do not extend to the end, so as not to interfere with natural movement.qithrough the channels, and the palms are open. Feel the resistance as you push with your hands. Tendons and muscles are stretched and strengthened. So this movement stimulates circulationqiin the stomach and spleen. When performing a movement, you do them, sometimes with tension, sometimes with relaxation - this helps to open the channels, and there is also a massage. internal organs. There are points on the body on the sides, they are activated (massage).

Exercise helps the spine, it becomes flexible, salts go away, the condition becomes better.

4. Look back (get rid of five weaknesses and seven injuries *).

4.1. The knees straighten out slowly.

Hands begin to open with palms back, diagonally strictly on the sides, fingers pointing to the ground, head straight, look forward.

Hands begin to twist, palms up, and a little back. Little fingers help twisting. At the same time, the elbows also twist and look down. The shoulder blades come together, the chest opens. inhale. At the same time, the head turns to the left. Looking back. At the same time, the head is “suspended” by the top of the head, make sure that it does not fall back. The back should be straight.

4.2. The knees bend a little. At the same time, the hands come together with palms to each other, at the level of the abdomen, turn to the ground and press down, as if a book is closing. Fingers slightly pointing up, looking forward. Exhalation.

The movements are repeated 3 times in each direction.

Keep the attention inside you, keep the free circulation qiin the internal organs.

When the arms are twisted and the head turns, the chest opens, this movement sets the cervical vertebrae in motion, which helps prevent diseases of the neck, spine and shoulder joints and also get rid offive weaknesses and seven damages.

This exercise helps to balance the internal organs, open the channels and get rid of excessive emotions.

5. Straight back, tilts and swings to the right and left (to calm the fire in the heart).

5.1. The center of gravity is transferred to the right leg, the left leg moves to the side, twice the width of the shoulders. Hands go down, fingers pointing to the ground. We sit down in ma-boo , feet parallel. At the same time, the hands pick up the ball at waist level. Raise your hands to chest level, palms up, fingers pointing towards each other.

5.2. The knees straighten, at the same time at chest level the palms begin to turn towards the sky, the palms press diagonally into the sky above the head. Elbows look slightly up and to the sides. The gaze is directed to the sky.

5.3. knees bend like ma-boo . Hands on the sides fall and lie on the middle of the thigh, the elbows are turned to the sides and up, and the fingers look inside the thigh. Look ahead.

5.4. We rise a little. The weight of the body is transferred to the left leg, lean to the side to the left.

The spine, crown of the head, coccyx and right leg are on the same straight line. Keep your attention on the spine, you need to be aware of it. The body leans parallel to the floor to the left leg, the gaze is directed to the toe of the left leg.

5.5. Body weight shifts to the right. The body begins to slowly move to the right, the gaze moves to the heel of the left foot. The back is straight.

The neck, coccyx and right leg in this movement on one straight line, the vertebrae stretch, try to do more amplitude of movement. The coccyx seems to wiggle.

5.6. The body turns, rises and becomes tilted to the side to the right side. Now the back and crown are parallel to the left leg. The body rises straight, the knees straighten and we sit down again. Look ahead.

Keep your attention on your feet, it will help you to take root

We got up, leaned to the right. Tilt always in the direction from where you got up. The movements are repeated 3 times in each direction.

This exercise helps to normalize the flow qi in " that-tributary" (heart center). The channel opens doo-may", which allows you to remove the fire from the heart. It also enhances blood circulation, relieving numbness and pain in the legs.

6. Push down into the ground, lift up to the sky (to strengthen the muscles of the back, kidneys and increase immunity).

6.1. The center of gravity is transferred to the right leg. The left leg is pulled up and returned to its original position (shoulder width apart, feet parallel). At the same time, the arms, palms up, rise to the sides above the head.

6.2. Hands converge above the head with a house, fingers towards each other, but do not touch each other. Hands fall in front of the body, as if pressing down, reach the chest.

6.3. Hands turn palms up to the sky. Fingers alternately, starting with the little finger, go behind the back. Hands lie on the lower back while the fingers look towards each other, the hands press with the force with which you would massage. Keep your attention on the kidneys, at the point min-men*, and on points yunquan on the soles of your feet.

6.4. Hands slide down the lower back, reach the buttocks and at the same time with a tilt, slide along the back of the legs. When the hands reach the foot (while the head looks forward as far as possible), the hands begin to turn around, and we put them on top of the foot ( if you do not reach the foot, then you can put your hands on the tibia). Hold this position for a few seconds.

6.5. Then lean even deeper and begin to raise your hands, while the body remains in place, when the hands reach the head, at the same time it begins to rise frame. We rise, look forward, hands up. The palm is directed forward, the fingers are directed to the sky.

The movements are repeated 6 times.

Last movement: Feet shoulder-width apart, arms raised up, look forward.

When performing this exercise, it is important to remember that the knees and back are straight, there should be a feeling of tension in the tendons. Try to pull the chin forward, due to this, the back will be straight. "Wei-chrong” is the fold area (behind the knee) on the back of the leg. It is important that you feel a stretch or even pain in this area when you lean forward. At the same time, when tilting, tension occurs in the belt - this is good for the kidneys. This exercise strengthens the back muscles, joints, bones, spine, activates the initial qi and thereby protects the body from the effects of the external environment. Strengthens immunity.

7. The fist pushes with a furious look (to raise the vital spirit and increase the flow of qi).

7.1. The arms come down straight next to the body.

7.2. The left leg moves to the side, wider than the shoulders, the feet are parallel, we sit down lower in ma-boo . At the same time, both hands are going to Fist Wo Gu* . We put the fists on the belt, the elbows are directed back. Look ahead.

7.3. The left fist comes forward, with the base of the thumb to the sky, with effort. At the same time, the toes seem to cling to the ground. Eyes open wide. The gaze is directed to the left fist.

7.4. The hand relaxes and opens. The hand is turned with the thumb to the ground, then the hand is bent at the wrist and turned palm forward, the elbow is slightly rounded and directed to the left. The palm begins to rotate, drawing a circle in the air, while the elbow is also involved.

7.5. The hand is turned palm up. We begin to form a fist. The fingers are closed alternately, starting with the little finger. Thumb inside. When the fist is formed, the hand begins to rotate, the thumb looks up to the sky and returns to the belt. Elbow back.

The movement is repeated with the other hand (3 times with the left hand, 3 times with the right hand).

When performing the exercise, it is important to open your eyes wide. This helps to open the liver channel. The liver is responsible for the tendons. The tendons become more elastic.

When performing the exercise, tension and relaxation alternately change, this helps to open the channels of the arms and legs, and strengthens the muscles.

Imagine that qi passes through all channels. Focus your attention on the hands and feet, and direct your qi. This will help remove stagnation of negative energy.

8. Heels rise, hands fall freely (getting rid of hundreds of diseases *).

8.1. The left leg is pulled to the right and placed next to it. The knees slowly unbend and the arms freely fall along the body. Look ahead.

8.2. Palms turn to the sky. Hands rise at the sides to shoulder level. Hands rise even higher, at the same time rise on your toes. The crown of the head stretches up, the spine is stretched higher, the lower back is aligned. Inhale.

8.3. Hands begin to unfold with palms to the ground. And fall freely on the sides. At the same time, the feet are freely lowered to the ground. Exhalation.

The exercise is repeated 7 times.

With a breath qi rises up to the top of the head and fills all the channels. With exhalation qi descends to the stop. Teeth should be tightly pressed. Such a circulation qi serves to smooth the energy in the internal organs, bringing them back to normal. Channel opens doo-may, the spine relaxes, which helps to balance the two energies YIN And YAN.

When performing the exercise, the calf muscles are stretched and relaxed. Due to this, the muscles become stronger.

When you land on your heels, don't do it very hard, hold your fall a little (hard shaking and hitting your heels can cause problems with unpleasant sensations in your head). When the exercise is performed correctly, the heels are massaged, this has a positive effect on the whole body.

Get rid of hundreds of diseases * - this expression suggests that this exercise helps to cure a lot of diseases (a hundred means a lot).

Final form.

I. The center of gravity is transferred to the right leg. The left leg moves to the side. Legs shoulder width apart. Feet parallel. Stand up straight. Center of gravity in the middle. Hands diverge to the sides with palms back, fingers diagonally directed to the ground.

II. The palms turn forward and the hands begin to smoothly collect the ball at the level dan tien , arms crossed (one on top of the other with dots laogong , for men, the right hand is on top, for women, the left). I put my hands on the dan tien . The eyes slowly close, the mind calms down. Collecting qi in dan tien .

III. Eyes slowly open, both hands slowly lower along the body. The left leg smoothly returns to the right.

This exercise helps to come to a harmonious and calm state. Helps control your qi and his calm movement, the same as at the beginning of the complex.

Text compiled by Alexander Khlebnikov and Victoria Kopylova

Every person has ever made a vow to himself from Monday to start living in a new way. Especially often we make such a decision in relation to classes. physical culture. We understand intellectually that the body is increasingly demanding to put an end to a sedentary lifestyle. But how difficult it is to decide to change the habitual routine of life! What a great many obstacles we invent for ourselves on the way to the desired goal! For group body flex or fitness classes, there is not enough health, and for classes with personal trainer not enough funds. And it seems that nothing can be changed and there is no way out.

Healing effect of the complex.

Improving the circulation of qi and blood throughout the body.

Stimulation of the channels and meridians of the whole body.

Regulate the flow of qi and blood in the body and nourish the vital organs with quality qi, which helps to achieve longevity.

Strengthening immunity through the production of protective energy.

Strengthening the spirit and willpower.

Prevention of degenerative processes in the spine.

Normalization of the functions of vital organs.

Performing the complex in a sitting position is used to restore postoperative patients or people who, for one reason or another, cannot perform it while standing.

Small reminder:

• When performing exercises, the tongue lies on the upper palate immediately behind the teeth.
• Lips tightly closed. Exercises are done in complete silence.
• All exercises are done to the left. Except the fifth.
• Exercises cannot be done in the wind.
• During the exercise, you need to keep count to yourself.
• Exercises are done without interruption - from beginning to end, as smoothly as possible.
• Exercises must be done at your own pace, at a pace that is comfortable for you.
• There are no restrictions on age, execution time, physical condition.
• It is not advisable only to do during the acute course of the disease. After completing the complex, it is desirable to stay a little in mental and physical peace.
• Last thing final exercise: men - right hand on top, girls - left.

"8 pieces of brocade in a sitting position."

I exercise.

Sit in Ha pose and meditate for min. 15. If during such a long meditation there is pain in the hip or knee joints, you can limit the execution time to 36 breaths. If this is difficult to do, start with 9 breaths.

Energy exchange in the body.

Peace of mind.

Activation of the brain.

IIthe exercise.

Healing efficiency.

Improvement and strengthening of teeth and gums.

Improving the movement of qi and blood along the back of the body from the neck and occiput to the coccyx by opening the channels.

Strengthening the spine and back muscles.

IIIthe exercise.

The starting position is the same, the half-lotus position. Strongly press the palms to the ears, elbows to the sides. Then we spread our elbows to the sides, opening our ears. Run 24-36 times, the pace is uniform.

Sitting cross-legged on the floor (half-lotus position), place your palms on the back of your head and massage it lightly. The body is still relaxed, the crown stretches to the sky. Tap your teeth 36 times

Healing efficiency.

Cleansing the brain and correcting its functions

Prevention of headaches in the back of the head, pain in the neck due to the activation of the acupuncture point located on the back of the head.

Prevention of nasal congestion and eye diseases such as fogging and decreased visual acuity.

IVthe exercise.

This "cut" is performed in two stages.

1. Do circular motions with the tongue with the mouth closed so many times that enough saliva accumulates for rinsing. Then rinse your mouth with saliva 36 times, while puffing out and sticking out your cheeks. After rinsing in three stages, swallow the saliva, taking each sip as you exhale. This part of the "cut", being an excellent pain reliever for pain in the heart and throat.

2. Breathe in. And as you exhale, fixing the position of the body, turn your head to the left, slightly tilting it back. Simultaneously with the movement of the head, the left shoulder should be slightly forward. For 2-3 sec. linger in this position, mentally focus to feel the tension in the muscles of the neck. On an inhale, return to the starting position. As you exhale, turn your head to the right. Perform turns slowly, smoothly, without holding your breath, 12 times in each direction.
Next, circle your shoulders back and forth 8-12 times, keeping your back straight and your body relaxed.

Healing efficiency.

Kneading the neck muscles, enriching the brain with oxygen and nutrients

Improving the mobility of the joints of the spine.

Enrichment (due to the production of saliva) of the body with enzymes with phagocytic properties that help turn on the internal mechanisms of treatment.

Improving metabolic processes and the functioning of the digestive system due to the production and ingestion of saliva.

V the exercise.

This exercise is especially suitable for people with diseases of the respiratory system, including asthma.

Sitting cross-legged on the floor (half-lotus position), inhale deeply, mentally directing the air to the solar plexus area. Hold your breath and rub your palms together until they are hot. Putting warm hands on the kidney area, transfer their warmth there. Then, as you exhale, quickly rub this area as many times as you can exhale. It is good if during the exhalation you have time to make 12-24 massage movements.

Then sit quietly and feel the warmth of the qi in the kidneys.

Healing efficiency.

Improvement of trophic processes and kidney function.

Accumulation of qi in the lower dan tian.

Improving the removal of toxins that impede the normal functioning of the kidneys. .

Strengthening the lower section spinal column, stimulation of the production of hormones by the reproductive organs that increase sexual activity.

VI exercise.

This cut can be made in two versions. In the video, the exercise is performed in a more complex version, which is suitable for people with a good physical training. But it can also be done in a lightweight version.

Starting position - sitting on the floor in a half-lotus position, arms bent, hands clenched into a fist, at chest level. The movement of the arms imitates the work of the rower with oars.

Breathe in. As you exhale, bend over with your arms outstretched. On inspiration, the arms move in an arc up and back with a slight deviation of the torso back.

It is necessary to perform 9 such movements in succession, and then, changing the direction of movement of the hands, do 9 more times. Having changed the direction of movement, change the combination with breathing: the movement of the hands forward is performed on inhalation, and the straightening of the body and the return of the arms are performed on exhalation. The pace of movement is unhurried, uniform.

Healing efficiency.

Improving the circulation of qi and blood circulation in the lungs, kidneys, muscles of the arms, legs, back.

Strengthening the lower spine, hip and shoulder joints.

Strengthening the cardiovascular system.

Activation of oxygen metabolism in the body by improving the regulation of breathing.

VII the exercise.

IN starting position sitting on the floor, inhale, connect the brushes into the castle. Exhaling, raise your arms up, palms out, as if stretching after sleep. Keep this position for 4-5 seconds. Now inhale, and, leaning forward and touching your feet with your hands, stretch your whole body without bending your legs. Hold the tilt for a few seconds. and return to the starting position.

Perform "cut" 9 times.

If, for some reason, it is impossible to perform a tilt to touch the feet without bending the legs, perform it as your physical condition allows.

Healing efficiency.

Massage of the kidneys, lower back and pelvic organs.

Correction of posture by stretching the spine.

Stretching the muscles of the back of the legs.

VIII the exercise.

Take the form HA. Direct your thoughts to the area of ​​the lower Dan Tien. Raise your palms to your face and imitate washing your face, first moving both hands in one direction, then in opposite directions. In conclusion, as it were, sprinkle water on your face.
Finishing the complex, touch the upper palate with the tip of the tongue. Sit until a sufficient amount of saliva accumulates in your mouth. When the liquid has accumulated, do the following: inhale, hold your breath, sip, exhale. Repeat this action 3 times.

Then again sit quietly, accumulate saliva and repeat all the previous action. And then again. There should be 9 sips in total.

Healing efficiency.

Calming the mind and finding peace.

Elimination of obstacles for the movement of energy and blood in the meridians and vessels.

Accumulation of qi energy in the brain, spine and reproductive organs.

Finishing the lesson, sit quietly for 3-4 minutes and breathe, alternating between a deep breath, a deep breath and holding your breath for 5 seconds. With every such respiratory complex Qi energy will increase in the body, like an inflated balloon. Then get up, walk around a bit. Lesson completed.

CHAPTER 1

Brocade fabric was woven from silk threads of various colors, and therefore people in the old days likened the healing movements they found to a beautiful, sparkling, multi-colored brocade. And since the wellness movements consist of eight cycles, they began to be called the "Eight Cuts of Brocade". These words also have the meaning that health exercises are essentially simple, but their result is obvious and remarkable.

The history of the "Eight cuts of brocade" goes back to antiquity. The movements used in this complex are divided into actions in a sitting position and actions in a standing position. In this case, we will focus on the "Eight pieces of brocade" in a sitting position. A feature of this complex is that the main attention is paid to massaging movements.

1. BODY POSITION

Exercises "Eight cuts of brocade" (sitting), which is often also called "brocade on the floor", can be practiced while sitting on a bed, on a chair, and also lying down. Thus, you can choose any method, depending on the place, time of year, human condition.

However, it is advisable to do both a sitting massage and a lying massage in the most naked form (the upper half of the body, arms and legs are freed from clothing in any case).

Massage in clothes does not give an effect as such.

Exposure has a hardening effect, and if hardening becomes your habit, hardening should be continued constantly: both in spring and summer, and in autumn and winter. With good health in cold weather, all the more so should you continue to massage in the nude. In this case, the healing effect is provided not only by the massage itself, but to some extent also due to air baths.

As for those people who cannot endure the irritating effects of cold due to insufficient hardening or poor health, they can massage right in bed. It goes without saying that in this case, some movements become impossible or difficult to perform (for example, foot massage, thigh massage, etc.).

However, there is no big trouble in this: to one degree or another, the healing effect still manifests itself. The question: how to practice - sitting or lying down - is decided individually depending on the state of health: violence against oneself is unacceptable here. Otherwise, everything can end with a cold, that is, not strengthening health, but, on the contrary, weakening it.

With a lying massage, head massage is performed lying on your back face up, raising your head. Foot massage is done after getting out of bed and getting dressed - sitting. Massage of the lower back is done, lying on its side, kneading it with one or the other hand alternately.

2. HEALTH

Having accepted comfortable posture in a sitting position or lying on his back, all extraneous thoughts are expelled from the head. The ears do not hear any sounds around, the eyes do not look at anything. Bringing the consciousness to a calm state, one achieves the unity of consciousness and will.

Attention is concentrated in the navel.

Concentrating attention in the navel area means thinking only about it and nothing else. The navel is located in the center of the abdomen, while the abdomen is the place of concentration of various internal organs, so the concentration of the will in the abdomen gives an extremely great effect.

3. BREATHING

After the proper position of the body is taken and the mental forces are put in order, take a few deep breaths and exhalations. It should be natural breathing- belly breathing.

Belly breathing is basically of two types. One of them is that the stomach is pulled in, expanding at the same time chest, and therefore this way of breathing is called "reverse abdominal breathing". The second way is to stick out the stomach while inhaling, constricting the chest at the same time, and pull it in as you exhale. This breathing is called natural abdominal breathing. Either of these two types of breathing can be used, but it is better for beginners to use natural abdominal breathing Reverse abdominal breathing is quite rare, but if a person has good health and wants to use both types of breathing, this is also quite acceptable. (If the exercises are performed regularly, then you can start them with reverse abdominal breathing, and then move on to natural abdominal breathing.

Or: this time breathe in natural abdominal breathing, and the next time - reverse. Either of these two approaches to breathing can be followed.)

During breathing, inhalation is carried out through the nose. Simultaneously with inhalation, the tip of the tongue is applied to the palate (as when pronouncing the English sound "ar"). On exhalation, which is made through the mouth, the tongue straightens. In a similar way, 8-9 identical breaths are taken (here and below, one breath means an inhalation and the exhalation following it).

Breathe evenly, slowly and smoothly. Attention, balance and calmness are needed. Exhalation and inhalation should be long; breathe naturally, easily and joyfully.

If you are starting the exercises for the first time, then at first 3-5 breaths will be enough. Then the number of breaths is increased as much as possible. If you want to increase the number of exercises, then every day you can add three exercises. In daily exercises, the number of breaths can be increased to 80.

Increasing the load, however, one should remember the law of gradualness, based on the individual state of health. Weak and sickly people should be especially careful. If you do not follow the above, then the sharp wave-like movements of the diaphragm during breathing can lead to injury to the internal organs.

During breathing exercises, the air in the room should be clean and fresh. In the event that the room cannot be ventilated for any reason, deep breathing can be left aside and one can proceed directly and directly to the exercises of the Eight Brocade Cuts complex. Having finished these exercises, you can, having dressed, go somewhere else where the air is clean, in order to do breathing exercises there.

After you finish the breathing exercises and start sitting or lying down to perform the exercises of the "Eight cuts of brocade" complex, it will be enough if you keep the same breath as you always breathe throughout the entire time of doing the exercises. During exercise, you do not need to specifically focus on breathing.

4. MASSAGE MOVEMENTS

After a deep breath, they proceed to the implementation of the complex "Eight cuts of brocade". In order to make the explanation of the exercises of the complex more understandable, the exercises are divided into eight cycles. In fact, they can be performed in any order. The main thing is that the exercises are performed correctly and that the performer clearly understands their meaning. A break between cycles is also quite acceptable (for example, in order to get out of bed, get dressed, etc.).

The direction of massaging movements is from top to bottom, from head to feet.

The usual sequence of exercises is as follows: deep breathing, hand massage, forearm and shoulder massage, head massage, eye massage, nose massage (simultaneously - tapping teeth, "dry rinsing" of the mouth), "sky drum", rotation of the eyeballs, chest massage, massage belly massage, lower back massage, leg massage, foot massage and six cycles of wellness movements while standing.

With this sequence, the massage starts from the head and goes towards the legs. Once you get used to this sequence, you will follow it automatically and completely unconsciously.

People who are accustomed to daily foot washing are advised to massage their feet immediately after washing, as in this case the healing effect is increased.

For each of the exercises described, recommendations are given regarding the number of repetitions, but, as many years of practice show, each person can decide for himself, based on his well-being and specific circumstances, how many times he will perform this or that exercise. Whether the number of repetitions will be small, or whether the same massaging movement will be performed many times, the main thing is that at the end you experience a pleasant feeling of comfort, "muscle joy" throughout your body. This sensation serves as a criterion for the number of repetitions.

The effort to be applied during massage depends on the physical constitution of the person. For example, lean people with a weak build can put a little effort, and full people, like people with a strong build (especially with developed muscles), can put more effort into the massaging movement. If at the end of the massage you have good mood and a feeling of lightness throughout the body, this means that the effort that you applied during the massage was chosen correctly.

In fact, if the force is too small, it simply will not be felt, and if it is too strong, then eventually the skin can be damaged.

In order to massage daily, you need to wash your face and hands every night before going to bed, all skin should be constantly kept clean. Otherwise, sebaceous secretions, accumulating on the skin, will prevent effective massage. If the hands and body are sweaty, then before starting the massage, the sweat should be removed with a towel.

If people who are accustomed to pour cold water, will do massage immediately after water treatment, the effectiveness of the massage increases. On the other hand, since a person sweats to some extent during the massage, it is not recommended to douse with cold water immediately after the massage.

Cycle 1. "Dry bathing" (body massage with hands)

In order to make the execution of 1 cycle easier, it is conditionally divided into 8 more subcycles. The actions included in the 1st cycle stimulate blood circulation, normalize blood circulation in the arteries and veins, give flexibility to the joints of the arms and legs, and contribute to the good functioning of the stomach and intestines. The implementation of the actions that make up the 1st cycle leads to a clear improvement in well-being and a cheerful mood.

1. "HAND WASHING" (MASSAGE OF HAND)

Putting the palms together, rub them against each other until warmth appears. Then with the left hand firmly cover the back of the right hand and rub it with force.

Then rub the left hand in the same way with the right hand. The hands are massaged alternately several dozen times (1 massage of the left and 1 massage of the right hands are counted at a time) (Fig. 1).

Chinese medicine teaches that there are 3 Yang energy channels from the arms to the head, and 3 Yin energy channels from the chest to the arms. Therefore, massage "dry bathing" first of all begins with the hands. Rubbing the hands harmonizes the vital forces, gives vitality and mobility to ten fingers, stimulates blood flow in the blood vessels, which creates Better conditions for the next massage.

2. MASSAGE OF FOREARMS AND SHOULDERS

With the palm of the right hand, tightly grasp the wrist of the left hand and rub with effort inside arms up to the shoulder. Then, turning the hand, rub it with outside towards the wrist. This massaging movement "up and down" is repeated several dozen times (Fig. 2, 3).

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After that, the right hand is massaged in the same way (one "up and down" movement is counted for 1 time; the right hand is also massaged several dozen times).

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The arm and shoulder are the location of three important joints. Important blood vessels also lie here, and therefore even a slight deterioration in the condition in this part of the body immediately affects the vital activity of the whole organism. The effect of this massage is to improve the function of the joints, preventing the development of inflammatory processes in them. Massage activates blood flow, preventing and relieving numbness in the shoulders.

This massage is especially good for those people who suffer from pain in the hands during the cold season. The number of massage repetitions can be from several times to several tens and hundreds of times. The therapeutic effect of this massage is very significant.

3. "HEAD WASHING" (HEAD MASSAGE)

The palms of both hands are applied to the forehead and lead down to the chin with little friction. Then the hands are placed in the back of the head above the ears and massage the head towards the crown, after which the hands are again returned to the forehead. The described sequence of actions is considered for 1 time. In total, this massage is repeated several dozen times (Fig. 4, 5).

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After that, nails or fingertips easily and evenly knead the entire head (that part of it that corresponds to the hairline).

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Then the head is massaged with the thumbs of both hands, starting from the temples and moving up. Having reached the crown of the head, all 5 fingers are involved and massaged in the opposite direction - down. Having reached the back of the neck, consider that the massage was performed 1 time. Performing this massage (several dozen times) helps to lower blood pressure. At high pressure, the number of massage repetitions can be increased up to 30 - 70 times (Fig. 6, 7, 8).

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The head controls the body. Chinese medicine believes that in places where the Yang energy meridians converge, "100 pulses beat", which must be especially protected. Massage "washing the head" increases the power of Yang, harmonizes the "100 pulses", does not allow the vitality to weaken. Therefore, people who practice this massage, even in old age, have a good complexion and do not develop wrinkles.

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The hair follicles (follicles) located at the base of the hair are connected with the endings of blood vessels, so even lightly massaging the hair can not only improve blood circulation in the vessels located on the head, but also counteract such a phenomenon as a rush of blood to the head, which helps prevent hemorrhages in the brain. Such a massage also makes it possible to overcome the symptoms of anemia of the brain, etc. Massage of the hair directly activates their physiological function, and if performed regularly, even hair regeneration is possible.

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4. "EYE WASHING" (EYE MASSAGE)

Both hands are clenched into fists without tension, the thumbs are bent and their knuckles are massaged several dozen times upper eyelid corresponding eye (Fig. 9).

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Then, pressing the thumbs to the temples, rotate the eyeballs 10 times in one direction and the other. At the end, grasping the area between the eyebrows with the thumb and forefinger of the right hand, this place is pulled several times. At the same time, the back of the head is stroked with the left hand from the edge of the hair to the back of the head. After changing hands, the same actions are repeated several dozen times (Fig. 10).

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Chinese medicine believes that there is a connection between the eyes and the 5 internal organs. This explains, for example, the fact that many people with diseased kidneys have cloudy pupils in their eyes.

Eye massage contributes to the normal circulation of vitality in the eye area, maintains a good tone of the eye muscles, as a result of which people who constantly practice such massage do not experience sagging eyelids even in old age. In addition, massage to a certain extent helps to prevent farsightedness and myopia.

In the temporal region there is a very large number of capillary blood vessels. Massaging this area activates the current vital energy in energy channels and enhances the body's resistance to cold wind and frost.

After this massage, the mood especially improves: it helps to relieve headaches and dizziness.

Pulling the area between the eyebrows helps to remove the "exhausting fire" (reddening of the whites of the eyes from a rush of blood), prevents eye diseases.

5. "WASHING THE NOSE" (MASSAGE OF THE NOSE)

The thumbs of both hands are slightly bent, the remaining fingers are clenched into a fist without tension. Knuckles thumbs up and down forcefully massage the nose on both sides. When moving up, the knuckles of the thumbs are brought to the eyes, when moving down - to the nostrils. The movement of the hand up and the subsequent movement down is counted as 1 time. Massage is performed 10 times. In winter or during a sudden cold snap, the number of massaging movements can be increased up to 30 times. Massaging up and down movements can be performed with both hands both synchronously and alternately, i.e. one hand down, the other up and vice versa.

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Massage improves blood circulation in the sinuses, keeps them at a normal temperature, and therefore the inhaled air warms up well, without causing irritation of the lungs with cold. It naturally eliminates coughs and prevents colds. People who practice this massage testify that it is effective in preventing colds.

6. "WASHING THE BREAST" (MASSAGE OF THE BREAST)

First, the palm of the right hand is pressed against the upper right part of the chest (fingers pointing down) and with effort they lead the hand to the groin area, making a massaging movement. Then, from the top of the chest on the left to the groin area, the left hand is carried out in the same way with effort. So, alternating the right and left hands, the described massaging movement with each hand is performed more than 10 times (Fig. 12, 13).

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When performing this massage in the supine position, the massaging movement with the right hand can be performed from the left breast, and the movement with the left hand from the right breast. The fingers in this case are directed upwards. The movement of the right hand together with the movement of the left hand is counted in total for 1 time. Massage is repeated 10 or more times.

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7. "FOOT WASH" ​​(FOOT MASSAGE)

Both hands grip tightly upper part hips at the groin and with effort bring the hands down to the ankle, after which they again return the hands to their original position. Such a massage is performed more than 10 times (massaging movement up and down is considered for 1 time (Fig. 14).

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If you feel uncomfortable with this type of massage, the massage can be performed in 2 stages: massage of the thighs and massage of the legs.

The legs are the support of the body. There are 3 joints on the legs and 3 Yang energy channels and 3 Yin energy channels pass through. Foot massage improves flexion-extension of the joints, strengthens the leg muscles, helps prevent leg diseases, and eliminates walking disorders.

8. KNEE WASHING (KNEE MASSAGE)

The palms of both hands are pressed tightly to the knees and both hands simultaneously make rotational movements, first outward, then inward (more than 10 times) (Fig. 15).

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If the knees are damaged, then instead of rotational movements, you can simultaneously knead with both hands, first the left, then the right knee (more than 10 times).

If you make an effort when performing this massage, then it gives a great effect.

In the process of human life, the knee joints have the greatest load due to the pressure on them of the entire body weight. In addition, there is a large amount of striated muscle, cartilage and connective tissue in the area of ​​​​the joints, and since the distribution of blood vessels in this area is relatively small, the knees are the most sensitive part of the body to moisture and cold, they are easily tired and prone to damage. Systematic massage of the left and right knees allows you to raise the temperature in the knee joints and eliminate the adverse effects of piercing wind and frost, as well as give elasticity to the muscles and flexibility of the bones, enhance the flexion-extensor function of the joints, and helps prevent such a difficult-to-treat disease as joint inflammation .

Cycle 2. "Beat the heavenly drum" (massage that causes sound resonance in the ears)

The palms of both hands are firmly pressed against the auricles. Index, middle and ring fingers both hands more than 10 times lightly tap on the back of the head (in the region of the cerebellum).

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After that, holding the ear holes with the palms and fixing the fingers motionless on the back of the head, they sharply take their hands away from the ears. This is done more than 10 times, making the ears "sound" (sh. 16, 17).

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At the end of the massage, the ear holes are plugged with middle or index fingers and, turning the fingers in the ears 3 times, they are sharply removed. The execution of the described sequence of actions is considered for 1 time. Massage is performed 3 to 5 times (sh. 18, 19).

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Under the occipital bone runs 12 Yang energy channels. In addition, the cerebellum is also located here. Therefore, light tapping in this place contributes to the complete cleansing of the brain and enhances memory. The effect of this massage is especially noticeable when performed in the morning or when you feel tired.

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In the ears there are nerve endings of the vestibular apparatus, etc., which go directly to the brain. Therefore, the vibration of the tympanic membrane due to the plugging-opening of the ear openings sharpens hearing and helps prevent ear diseases.

Cycle 3. "Rotate the eyes" (circular movements of the eyeballs)

Having taken the desired posture in a sitting position, they concentrate.

Both eyeballs are rotated 3-6 times to the left, after which they look forward for some time. Then 5-6 times the eyeballs are rotated to the right, after which they look forward again.

At first glance, it may seem that this method of massage is extremely simple, so that there may even be doubts about its great effectiveness. However, as experience shows, methodical execution of this massage twice a day - in the morning and in the evening, provided that it is performed for a long time, it gives a very good effect beyond expectation.

Cycle 4. "Clicking teeth" (tapping teeth against each other)

First, let go of emotions and focus. Slightly squeeze the mouth, after which the teeth of the upper and lower rows are connected about 30 times, as when biting.

Teeth are bone endings, they are. not only directly related to bones and muscles, but also have a close relationship with the stomach, intestines, kidneys, liver and other internal organs.

Therefore, the constant performance of "dental massage" gives the teeth strength, stimulates the digestive apparatus.

Cycle 5. "Dry rinse"

Closing the mouth and connecting the teeth, rinsing movements are made with the cheeks and tongue, as if there were water in the mouth.

The mouth is "rinsed" more than 30 times.

During the "rinse" in the mouth, saliva is abundantly secreted. When the mouth is completely filled with saliva, it is slowly swallowed in three steps.

For those who do this massage for the first time, copious salivation may not occur, but after you perform this massage for some long time, the amount of saliva secreted by itself will increase.

By causing a large amount of saliva to flow into the mouth, this massage mainly promotes digestion.

The latest research in physiology confirms that saliva decomposes poisons, promoting immunity and digestion.

The ancient Chinese believed that saliva plays an extremely important role in the body. It makes a lot of sense that when creating hieroglyphic writing, the hieroglyph "to be alive" was formed from the elements "water-on-tongue".

Cycle 6. "Rubbing the lower back" (massage of the lower back)

Both hands are warmed by friction against one another and, pressing them to the lower back, they rub it with effort. The rubbed area is limited from below by the coccyx, from above - by that place, having reached which the arm no longer bends more strongly.

The movement of the hand up and down is counted as 1 time. In total, such a massage is performed about 30 times (Fig. 20).

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The lumbar region is enmeshed in a dense network of energy channels. The kidneys are also located here, so warmth is desirable for this area of ​​the body, cold is contraindicated. Due to the friction of the lower back with the hands, heat is generated. Such a massage not only warms the lower back, but also improves the activity of the kidneys, promotes a good, non-stagnant circulation of energy in the channels. Prolonged use of this massage helps to prevent the occurrence of pain in the lower back and avoid its curvature in old age. People suffering from back pain can perform this massage hundreds of times until sweat appears, in which case the therapeutic effect of the massage is increased.

Cycle 7. Massage of the abdomen

For people suffering from intestinal disorders and chronic gastrointestinal diseases, abdominal massage may be recommended.

MEN'S BEDOMINAL MASSAGE:

The left hand is placed on the lower back or on the upper thigh. (In the case of a lying massage, the location of the hand is not specifically specified.)

With the right hand, the stomach is massaged from the bottom of the spoon (on the left) and moving to the bottom of the abdomen under the navel, after which the hand is again returned to the starting point of the massage. This action counts as 1 time. It is performed a total of 30 times. Then the right hand is placed on the lower back or on the upper thigh and the abdomen of the left hand is massaged. Massage with the left hand is performed in the same way as with the right hand (Fig. 21, 22).

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Massage of the abdomen should be done with little effort. Since the massage of the abdomen takes quite a long time, people whose stomach and intestines are in order may not perform the massage, or limit its performance to 5-6 times.

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The work of the intestine is always done in the same direction: from top to bottom. However, the intestines themselves rotate in the abdominal cavity in a variety of directions. Therefore, in order to massage the intestines, 30 massaging movements with the left hand and 30 massaging movements with the right hand are enough.

If you perform abdominal massage for some rather long period of time, then this allows not only to improve the function of digestion, but also gives a therapeutic effect in various diseases stomach and intestines. This effect is explained by the fact that when massaging the chest and abdomen, the internal organs gradually rise and fall due to pressure from the outside, which increases the activity of the stomach and intestines, improves the activity of other organs and body systems, and activates metabolism. Strengthening the functions of internal organs due to this massage allows you to gradually eliminate the focus of the disease and achieve healing in a natural way.

WOMEN'S WAY TO MASSAGE THE STOMACH:

Due to physiological characteristics female body The female way of massaging the abdomen has its own differences.

The hands are warmed by friction against one another, the left hand is applied to the lower back (the thumb is facing forward, the remaining four fingers are facing back). With the right hand, a circular massaging movement is made, starting from the spoon in the left-down direction. Such a movement is counted as 1 time. This movement is performed several dozen times.

Then the right hand is placed on the lower back, and the palm of the left hand makes circular massaging movements from the navel in the right-down direction. Bringing the hand to the lower abdomen (to the edge of the pubic bone), it is returned to the starting point. Such a massaging movement is performed several dozen times.

The right hand massage and the left hand massage are different. With the right hand, the area between the navel and the spoon is massaged, the circular massaging movement goes in the left-down direction, while the ash between the navel and the pubis is massaged in the right-down direction with the right hand. Performing this massage for a rather long period of time helps to strengthen the internal organs and normalizes the regulation.

Cycle 8. "Rubbing the bottom of the mogi" (sole massage)

After the hands are warmed by friction against one another, they massage the soles of the feet more than 80 times (Fig. 23).

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(When it says "sole" here, it first of all means that area on the sole, which, in people who do not suffer from flat feet, does not come into contact with the ground (floor) when walking. (A kind of notch along the sole, on the left leg - on the right, on the right - on the left. - Note. translator.) From the sole begins a small yin energy channel associated with the kidneys, which reaches the upper chest. The sole is the place where the "dirty" energy - Qi - descends, therefore, by massaging the foot with an excessive rush of blood to the kidneys, you can cause its outflow and direct the movement of the "dirty" energy down, which activates the liver and improves vision. If the sole massage is performed immediately after washing the feet, its effectiveness increases.

Notes:

The three energy channels of Yang... originate from the fingers and, passing along the back of the arm and above the elbow, rise to the shoulder.

Three energy channels of Yin... start from the fingers, pass through the palm and rise to the shoulder.

Twelve energy channels (meridians) ... connect various parts of the human body, run in the longitudinal and transverse directions.

These exercises are beneficial for respiratory system And joint mobility

“Performing the Ba Duan Jing complex between morning and afternoon,

you can find harmony with the universe.

Gao Lian, Ming Dynasty

Wellness complex Chinese gymnastics"Eight pieces of brocade", or in other words "Eight pieces of brocade" has been known for over two thousand years. These exercises, similar to silk in their perfection, are unusually simple, but at the same time they carry a strong charge of vivacity and health.

The pearl of health Qigong, the Ba Duan Jing complex, is useful for a very simple reason. It was developed by doctors of the Traditional Chinese Medicine(TKM) for their patients. The task was to eliminate the undesirable effects of stagnation, pain, discomfort, to help the patient recover as soon as possible after a serious illness, and the healthy one to strengthen his strength, endurance and harmonize the internal energies of the whole body.

During the execution, your arms, legs, the whole body, as if presses the magic buttons of active points, passing through all the meridians. They harmonize, launch all stagnant currents and forces of the body.

It is very important to perform all exercises with perfect accuracy in order to achieve the maximum therapeutic and healing effect.

These exercises are beneficial for:

• respiratory system,
• joint mobility,
• strengthen legs and arms
• nervous system.

Positive effect on:

• activity of the heart and blood vessels,
• cure for osteoporosis and coronary atherosclerosis,
• strengthen the immune system,
• slow down the aging process,
• improve mental state.

Gymnastics "Eight segments of brocade" wonderfully replaces morning exercises. It can be performed at any other time of the day. Since these exercises use and harmonize your body's own energy, they can even be done before bed! By harmonizing the forces and Qi flows of your body, you will sleep better and sounder.

Just do not perform these exercises within an hour after eating. After eating it is better to just take a walk.

The complex is performed both standing and sitting. The sitting form is used for the recovery of postoperative patients and people who, for one reason or another, cannot perform it while standing.

We will consider a form that is performed while standing. As with all qigong exercises, there is one restriction for the "8 pieces of brocade" - it cannot be done in the wind. During exercise, the pores of your body open up, allowing access for the pathogenic wind. So be careful when choosing a place for exercising if you are going to do them on the street. In the room, do it where it is most convenient for you!

To complete the complex, there is no need for any additional funds: rugs, clothes ... That is why, in China, it is often performed right at the workplace if you want to dispel fatigue or relieve drowsiness.

The complex is extremely simple and accessible to both children from the age of five and very old people. Just try!

You can see all the details of the technique, the energy meridians and points involved in the next video.

A little reminder for correct execution complex

1. When performing exercises, the tongue lies on the upper palate immediately behind the teeth. Lips tightly closed.

2. Exercises are done in complete silence.

3. All exercises are done to the left. Except the fifth.

4. Exercises cannot be done in the wind.

5. During the exercises, you need to keep count to yourself.

6. Exercises are done without interruption - from start to finish, as smoothly as possible.

7. Exercises must be done at your own pace, at a pace that is comfortable for you.

8. There are no restrictions on age, execution time, physical condition. It is undesirable only to do during the acute course of the disease.

9. After completing the complex, it is advisable to stay a little in mental and physical peace.

10. The last final exercise: men - right hand on top, girls - left. published