Traditional Chinese Medicine:

The Art of Preventing Disease and Prolonging Life

Let us introduce you to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): a potent healthcare system that has helped millions live longer, relieve stress, free themselves from pain, and more. 
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Let us introduce you to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): a potent healthcare system that has helped millions live longer, relieve stress, free themselves from pain, and more. 
Before we dive into the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine, we must take a quick look into its origins to understand it better.

The History of Traditional Chinese Medicine

TCM first appeared in China more than 2,500 years ago.
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The key to healing lies within you
Through careful observation of nature, the universe, and the human body, ancient scholars discovered the key to healing lies within an invisible life-force energy that governs all of life. This invisible energy, also known as "Qi," permeates all living things, from the water flowing gently downstream, to the crane soaring above the mountains, to you.

Traditional Chinese Medicine is rapidly gaining popularity in the West… and for good reason. Using TCM as a support system, everyday people are healing themselves without over-using medications or over-relying on "doctors' orders."

There are many principles of Traditional Chinese Medicine, but the main one you should know this: Your body knows how to heal itself naturally.

The goal of the practice is to simply give your body a gentle "nudge" toward healing
And how do we give it this nudge? By balancing the life-force energy (“Qi”) within.

Most problems arise from an imbalance of Qi in specific areas of the body. Balancing your Qi is the key to unlocking your healing potential.

But how do you balance your Qi and heal your body naturally? There are five core practices you need to know about that help with exactly that.
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“I will definitely continue doing this work consistently since it affects my whole life.”
Joanne L. Napoli

The "Five Pillars" of TCM

Consisting of five holistic components known as the "Five Pillars,” Traditional Chinese Medicine includes:
Acupressure and acupuncture (stimulating specific body points through needles)
Tui na (massage therapy)
Qi Gong ("working with life force energy")
Nutrition
Herbal Medicine

Benefits of Adding TCM to Your Daily Routine

By applying TCM to your life, you can feel increased vitality that only comes when you let your body do what it does best: heal.
Flexible
Strong
Energy
Vibrant
Less fatigue
Deeper sleep

Ready to Explore Traditional Chinese Medicine?  Start with Qi Gong!

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Qi Gong integrates meditation, movement, and breathing to boost energy, relieve stress, and calm the mind. Join thousands of students worldwide who are unlocking their healing power with Qi Gong.

With consistent practice, you'll discover how Qi Gong is not just an exercise, but a complete roadmap to a healthier, happier, and more balanced life.

Student Success Stories

Adding Qi Gong to your life can have profound effects on your health and well-being. See what
Holden Qi Gong students are saying about their experience with TCM, and Qi Gong.

You ALWAYS feel better after completing a class.

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It's a great combination of movement/stretching, exercise, and meditation all in one.

"I love the nature-themed movements and sense of peace, clarity...
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You feel good physically, mentally, and spiritually while you practice it and after

"What I loved the most about Qi Gong was the relaxed state I am...
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The flow of movements releases tension in the body, stimulates internal energy flow, and brings my mind to the present

"I love how the flow of movements releases tension in the...
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The Healing life force energies of Qi Gong continue to amaze

"I found Lee when I was 60 & weighed 305 lbs & had trouble even...
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The Healing life force energies of Qi Gong continue to amaze

"I found Lee when I was 60 & weighed 305 lbs & had trouble even...
Larry Parsons
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I'm beginning to feel the energy coming into my hands

"To someone new to this, I would tell them it is easy to follow, and gives back vitality and peacefulness in your life ...
Joanne L. Napoli
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I have transformed by inviting more Love, Joy, Fun, leaps of faith into my life ...

"I have grown by learning in a more deeper and intimate way to be happy with myself first in order to ...
Laeticia Romanetti
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You feel good physically, mentally, and spiritually while you practice it and after

"What I loved the most about Qi Gong was the relaxed state I am...
Sergio Sendra Siscar
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Getting better ... able to exercise .... happy and healthy.

"I want to thank Holden Qigong for the first and best steps to figuring out my health issue of 5 years ....
Eileen Sudzina
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My heart is so full of gratitude for you all, for the wonderful work you are doing

"The therapeutic model was not working for me and was keeping me in a state of PTSD and trauma ...
Paul C.
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Such profound effects for a gentle exercise.

"What I love most about Qi Gong is how good I feel when I practice...
Lynn Dancause
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My health continues to improve with deeper spiritual Energy

"Thanks Lee. 60 is just a mile post as this incredible journey expands & unfolds ...
Larry Parsons
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I feel so grateful for this Qi Gong practice in my life. I find the video class subscription ...

"It seems whichever class I choose to do each day, it is exactly what I need :) ...
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