7 Minute Qigong Routine - Easy Beginner Practice to Invigorate the Qi

Here is an easy 7 Minute Qigong practice that you can use daily to invigorate and wake up your body and mind!

It’s great if you have 45 minutes or longer to practice Qigong and really get your energy moving smoothly and strongly. However, most of us are busy, over scheduled, and overloaded. There’s not enough time in the day!

There are many types of stress. “Time stress,” when we feel as if we just don’t have enough hours in the day, is one of the most common stressors these days.

This is a really efficient Qigong routine that will help you get grounded into your body, connect with your breath, oxygenate your system, and move stagnant qi in just 7 minutes.

Of course, longer routines will have a stronger and deeper effect BUT it’s more beneficial if we practice shorter routines more frequently, compared to practicing longer, more complicated routines less frequently.

This is a great routine to practice as soon as you wake up, if you have been sitting for a long period of time, or you are having an mid afternoon slump. Before reaching for the coffee, sugar, or other stimulants, try this Qigong routine.

These short routines are also a daily reminder to just stop, be Present, and be healthy. Sometimes we just need a little time and attention for ourselves 🙂

Give this routine a try and let me know what you think!

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I'm Jeffrey Chand, an acupuncturist, practitioner of Traditional Chinese medicine, and Qigong instructor.

I am incredibly passionate about sharing simple Qigong practices because I have directly witnessed how helpful it can be for a variety of health issues, prevention, emotional/mental health, and even spiritual health.

The style that I try to present is simple but effective, because it is based on several Qigong traditions, clinical experience, physical therapy, traditional and modern medicine, and from working with many people from a variety of backgrounds.

This style can be practiced if you are an absolute beginner and if you already have experience in Qigong or Tai Chi.

If you are curious, give Qigong practice a try and I am sure you will notice benefit to your health and wellness :)

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[LumleyJennifer]

This seven minute routine has been such a comfort to me in the wake of losing my son. It is so manageable to do, always helps my body and mind, and your gentle and friendly narration makes me feel like I have the company of a friend as I practice. I can’t thank you enough. You are providing such a gift here.

[normadeliberty]

Your short routines make daily qigong accessible to me. I am 77 and currently do a short morning PT prescribed routine and a late day 15-minute walk; adding gi gong midday is making an appreciated difference in my vitality. Thank you, Jeff.

[sunilk]

Just a beginner at 86 with lot of aches and pains body stiffness.Hoping Qigong can give me some relief .Thank you Jef

[trish]

I often don't start my day with Qigong ( or fit it into my busy days!) as I am always on my way somewhere or too hungry or the cat needs feeding or something... 7 minutes I can fit in pretty much anytime without excuse - thanks some much!

[karate]

Sir, you are an excellent instructor. Clear, to the point, and practical. Very nice

[lesabri]

My husband and I just did this routine. Helped us get back to being good after a small quarrel. We really enjoyed the movements!

[marianbryfdir]

Excellent . No exaggerated music and birdsong! ! Well explained and demonstrated.

[oracleoflosangeles]

Great video. Perfect for a little pick me up. I use it in between clients to refresh my energy.

[susandimopoulos]

Thanks so much. I am just starting with Qigong and I you make it so accessible and approachable for a beginner, and yet it still feels like my energy is being moved ❤

[sharonwood]

I've started to practice Qigong during lockdown here in Spain. It has helped me with physical and mental wellbeing. I like to do this routine before going to work. Love your videos and soothing commentary. Thank you Jeff.

[GraveyardXrow]

"feel warmth in the lower belly" I felt it move up into my back, lower neck, and even the sides of my head and ears. I didn't feel like I was burning up, it was super warm but not in a bad way. Hard to explain and really weird, but I enjoyed it. Thank You for this.

[polnan]

wow! the best yet, I am elderly, and love this... and no continuing, disruptive background music. so very refreshing, thank you

[mikenicoletti]

I've been off and on Qi Gong for 20 years. I use it for multiple sclerosis and it really helps release tension in my muscles and my mind. Love your videos, thank you! Peace and love friends

[ReneManzanero]

Nice :) Blessed the qigong workout. Always Slow Down your Movements
Something magical happens when we purposefully slow down our movements.

Our breathing slows down too.


Which relaxes us more.


Which makes it easier to breathe.


Which makes you sink into a nice meditative state of mind.

PRACTICE DAILY WILL GIVE A BALANCE, HARMONY AND ENERGY. Namaste

[HelenWinner]

I really enjoyed the "flow" of these different exercises! Thanks so much for helping thousands of people like me when it comes to our physical and mental health. You are truly making a positive difference. God Bless You!

[darylbarrington]

Thanks for this. I've been laying in bed almost 24/7 for months. I'm using this short, gentle routine to start to get moving. I appreciate your calm, gentle nature.

[ObserversOfHumanity]

Thank you for this one! I have a lot of anxiety after having been through some ptsd and trauma and i learned that anxiety is energy trapped inside the body and i should try Qigong every morning. I have been overthinking every single small thing..and it gets so draining to always be on alert looking for danger everywhere..it even forced me to isolate and not being able to look for jobs anymore. This made me feel so calm afterwards..it felt like the energy actually moved around in my body instead of it being stagnant and stuck.

[carolbrowning]

This is easy to follow, and your voice is calming too! Thank you!

[alisonwalker]

That was the first time I ever tried Qigong. I will definitely be trying out other videos and looking into it more. After a long day in the sun with my herbs and flowers, this gave me the energy boost i needed to do some house work instead of napping. Thank you!

[Einsteinsmum]

I love your smile at the end of each practice. ❤