health, specific qigong exercises may be prescribed for specialized needs, from athletic conditioning to management of chronic conditions such as arthri- tis, hypertension or cancer. The gentle movements can be performed by almost anyone at any age and ability level, even those confined to a chair or bed. “Qigong speaks to the body and the body then ad- dresses the condition,” Hayley remarks. The experts advise that qigong is


best practiced every day, even if for just five minutes. “A group class offers a synergy that a home practice lacks, but the more important practice is at home,” observes Hayley. Some personal instruction is ideal so the practitioner receives feedback, but books and vid- eos make qigong accessible to every- one, everywhere. Hayley reminds newbies, “Just be patient. If one form doesn’t suit you, re- member there are thousands of different forms to try.” Peng’s advice to beginners is, “Be


happy! Think of the exercise as light- hearted play and remember to smile as you move.”


Meredith Montgomery is the publisher of Natural Awakenings Mobile/Baldwin, AL (HealthyLivingHealthyPlanet.com).


LOCAL RESOURCES QiGong Instruction


Walter Hayley, Acupuncturist, QiGong The Way of Wellness Learning Center 126721 Dublin Woods Cir., #2, Bonita Springs, 239-273-6788, DragonsGateInc.com


Silvia Casabianca, Medical Qigong Instructor, Eyes Wide Open Center 9200 Bonita Beach Rd., #202, Bonita Springs, 239-948-9444, EyesWideOpenC.com


Tai Chi Instruction


Charles Caccamesi, Acupuncturist, Acupuncture Care of Naples 501 Goodlette Rd. N., D100, Naples 239-877-2531, NaplesFlaAcupuncture.net


Danli Neilson Integrative Mindfulness


3372 Woods Edge Cir., #102, Bonita Springs, 630-935-3531


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