Qi Gong (pronounced “chee-gong”) is an ancient Chinese mind-body practice that combines slow, gentle movement, deep breathing, and focused awareness to support overall health and balance. The word itself means “cultivating life energy,” with qi referring to the body’s vital energy and gong meaning skill or practice. Often described as moving meditation, Qi Gong has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese medicine to promote healing, resilience, and longevity by helping energy flow smoothly throughout the body. A typical practice includes flowing, repetitive movements, calm rhythmic breathing, and mindful attention, all working together to relax the nervous system, improve circulation, enhance flexibility, and restore emotional and physical balance. Gentle and low-impact, it is accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels, offering a restorative alternative to strenuous exercise. In essence, if yoga stretches the body and meditation calms the mind, Qi Gong helps harmonize and cultivate the body’s energy—supporting vitality, recovery, and a deep sense of inner calm.