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What is Baduanjin Movement?

The introduction of Baduanjin exercise is as follows: Baduanjin exercise is an independent and complete set of fitness exercises, which originated in the Northern Song Dynasty and has a history of more than 800 years.

The ancients compared this set of movements to "jin", which means colorful, beautiful and luxurious!

Reflecting the graceful stretching of its movements, it is regarded as "removing diseases and keeping fit, with excellent effects; exquisite arrangement; perfect movements." The modern Baduanjin has changed in content and name. This exercise is divided into eight sections, each section

One movement, hence the name "Ba Duan Jin", does not require equipment to practice, is not limited by the venue, is simple and easy to learn, saves time, and has extremely significant effects; the effect is suitable for men, women, and children, and can make thin people strong and fat people lose weight.

Baduanjin is an excellent traditional Chinese health care exercise.

Baduanjin was formed in the 12th century, and later spread through the generations to form many schools with unique practices and styles. Its movements are simple and easy to perform, and its effects are remarkable.

The ancients compared this set of movements to "jin", which means that the movements are stretched and graceful, as graceful and supple as brocade. And because the exercise is divided into eight sections, each section has one movement, it is called "eight sections of brocade".

The whole set of movements is soft and continuous, smooth and smooth; there is looseness and tightness, both movement and stillness; the Qi movement is smooth, the bones are straightened and the muscles are soft.

The practice of Baduanjin is very convenient. It is not limited by the venue. It is simple and easy to learn. Men, women and children can learn it. When practicing Baduanjin, each form has its own different effects. Long-term exercise can improve physical fitness and is very popular among the people.