Restorative Yoga and Yin Somatics for Lung Qi and Breathing

In Chinese Medicine (TCM), fall is related to Lung Qi and winter is related to Kidney Qi, so it’s especially important to support these systems during the fall and winter.

It is interesting to note that in TCM both the Kidneys and Lungs are involved in breathing. Of course, the Lungs are responsible for respiration, but it’s the energetic Kidneys that “hold the breath down”. If there is difficulty breathing, such as asthma, the Kidney Qi is usually also involved.

In our yoga or mindful movement practice, we can use intentional breathing practices, and supported backbends to build Lung and Kidney Qi. Follow along with the yoga video below for more ideas.

[YogiBethC]

Thanks Jennifer; this was a nice combo of some mobility movements and restorative.

[elkeleggett]

Thank you for your great work and offerings, Jennifer! ❤
A beautiful relieving practice for waking up at 3am..😊

[kristynperry]

Much obliged for sending me this video link. The session is phenomenal.