Tag Archives: Qigong

Tips for Wellness Practice in the Autumn

Posted on September 11, 2026 by Kevin Chen

What Should We Nourish in Autumn According to Traditional Chinese Medicine? 秋季养生主要养什么？ Autumn brings cool‑dry weather and sharp temperature swings between day and night. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), autumn wellness centers on nourishing the lungs, moistening dryness, protecting yin, … Continue reading →

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The 2026 TCM Wellness Study & Exp Tours to China

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Kevin Chen

The 15-day exclusive 2026 TCM Yang-Sheng Retreat led by Dr. Kevin Chen. Gain rare private access to state Qigong labs, mountain Taoist temples & a PLA-origin Daoist healing center. Train drug-free Qigong/meridian therapies, enjoy royal hot springs & 5-star wellness scans. Limited to 36 participants; post-tour Beijing extension available. Continue reading →

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Five Days to Cellular Renewal: Reboot Your Health with the Ancient Daoist Bigu Retreat

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Kevin Chen

For the sixth year we are offering the teaching of an ancient Daoist wellness practice — Bigu (避谷 energetic fasting) — online by Zoom platform, in response to the overwhelming demand for better health and deep mind-body connection. This is probably the best time for you to invest in your own health and well-being through Bigu and mindset training.
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The Six-Minute Secret to Longevity: Unveiling the Power of Unnamed Standing Pole (Wuming Zhuang)

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Kevin Chen

Introduction: The Dao of Efficiency in Qigong In the modern pursuit of health and wellness, the challenge often lies in reconciling the demands of a fast-paced life with the need for profound, restorative practice. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Daoist … Continue reading →

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Five-Animal Play Qigong and Five-Element Five-Zang Theory (Revised）

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Kevin Chen

Five-Animal Play Qigong and Five-Element & Five-Zang Theory 五禽戏与五行五脏学说 Kevin W Chen, Ph.D. MPH Wuqinxi, or Five-Animal Play is one of the important Qigong exercises in traditional Chinese wellness practice. Its founder, Hua Tuo (about 145-208), was born in Qiqiao … Continue reading →

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Highlight on Winter Wellness Practice by TCM

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Kevin Chen

Updated by Kevin W CHEN According to Chinese lunar calendar we have entered in the winter season in Novmber (立冬 November 8, 2023). So what should we do differently in terms of taking care of ourselves and keep up with … Continue reading →

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Five-Animal Play and the Five-Element Five-Zang Theory

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Kevin Chen

Five-Animal Play Qigong and Five Elements and Five-Zang Theory 五禽戏与五行五脏学说 Kevin W Chen, Ph.D. MPH Wuqinxi, or Five-Animal Play is one of the important Qigong exercises in traditional Chinese wellness practice. Its founder, Hua Tuo (about 145-208), was born in … Continue reading →

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Wellness Practice in Summer，Focus on Nourishing Mind

Posted on June 21, 2023 by Kevin Chen

Wellness Practice in Summer Focus on Nourishing the Mind 夏季养生，重在养心 With Discussion of Three-fu Wellness Cultivation Highlights: It’s the summer solstice today (June 21, 2023), the start of the summer in the U.S. customs ( the middle of summer in … Continue reading →

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9 Tips for Wellness Practice in the Spring

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Kevin Chen

Spring is a season of renewal and transformation, the golden season in wellness practice.  There is a Chinese saying that “spring does not nurture, summer easily get disease.”  In the “Huangdi Neijing” it states “In the three months of spring, … Continue reading →

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Qigong Bigu or Fasting: The Best Investment in Your Health and Long-Term Wellness

Posted on January 30, 2023 by Kevin Chen

Qigong Bigu or Fasting: The Best Investment in Your Health and Long-Term Wellness 辟谷养生、祛病强身、 延年益寿 Kevin W CHEN， Ph.D. Although the pandemic of COVID-19 is gradually over now, the infectious diseases and their effects are still around the world, and … Continue reading →

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