qigong exercise and meditation technique Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook Twitter URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/qigong Share Share Share to social media Facebook Twitter URL https://www.britannica.com/topic/qigong Also known as: Qi Gong, dao yin Written by Suzan Colón Suzan Colón has written several books and is a former senior editor of O, the Oprah Magazine. Suzan Colón Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Jun 11, 2024 • Article History Table of Contents qigong, (pronounced “chi-gong”) an ancient Chinese system of physical exercise and meditation that combines movement, breathing, and mental concentration. Qigong serves as the foundation for the closely related practice of tai chi chuan, which originated as a martial art before becoming popular as a health-promoting exercise. Also known as dao yin, qigong has its roots in Daoist traditions dating back to approximately 2146 bce. The term dao yin refers to “guiding the qi,” the vital energy of the body, and appears in the early Daoist texts, including the Zhuangzi. This collection, attributed to the Daoist philosopher Zhuang Zhou, describes exercises ...(100 of 371 words)

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