By Philip Lai Medical Qi Gong is a powerful energy healing system that connects the body, mind and spirit. Some believe it originated in China over 6000 years ago and is the foundation of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). Qi Gong is the art and science of cultivating and manipulating ones inner vital life force with the intentions of healing. Practitioners can gain control of and direct the healthy flow of their Qi, or life force, for self-healing. The daily practice of Health Investment Exercises of LAMAS Qi Gong balances the body’s vital life force, and raises it to a higher level. It stimulates and nourishes the body’s internal organs, making the energetic communication between the organs more efficient, consequently restoring vitality and replacing depleted energy where reserves have been lost through illness or physical or emotional exertion. The movements of the Exercises are very controlled, smooth and easy. This will result in a relaxed feeling of well-being, without the physical and mental stress associated with competitive sports. It can be done by young or old, physically fit or injured or infirm, since our aim is enable each person to participate and enjoy the activities according to their own abilities. Master Philip Lai, a Certified Naturotherapist and Qi Gong Master, is the founder and president of the LAMAS Qi Gong Association of Canada. This is a not-for-profit organization and not affiliated with any religion. The aim of the organization is to promote the practice of medical Qi Gong. He has over 30 years experience practicing Qi therapy (sending healing energy), Qi pressure (acupressure with healing energy), Chinese Massage (using powerful Qi or energy to stimulate the client), and teaching Qi Gong exercises, Kung Fu and TCM. He is also a Master of Hung Gar and Choi Gar Kung Fu since 1975. His training included self-defence and the technique of healing injuries sustained while performing competitive sports and martial arts. He is a wholehearted spirit who can transmit the full benefits of Qi Gong through his classes. He also offers private training, consultation and distant healing. Please e-mail Master Philip Lai for more information at philip.lai@rogers.com. |