Boost your Qi in the afternoon with a super quick sequence designed to release stagnation, invigorate the spine and lymphatic flow (particularly for those who have been sitting a lot) and draw fresh energy into the body. Don't forget to come and say hi on Instagram @qi_and_gong & if you like, you can also buy me a coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QiGongMaggie ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DLo2t3wnrok

This is one of my favourite Qigong movements, sometimes called Serving Teacups or Spinning Mandarins. Grab a couple of non-breakable items to balance on your hands while you practice, I am using little saucers so I'm calling it 'Flying Saucers'! It's a great sequence that works the whole body, either as a warm-up, a cool-down, or a standalone workout. You are really working the legs and glutes, waist, back, and upper arms and it's excellent for joint mobility and brain training. Internally we are stimulating several organs and meridians but most notably the Pericardium /Circulation Sex which relates to the circulation of energy from the organs to the periphery and has a particular emphasis on the sex organs. It restores and regulates kidney yang energy and works to harmonise and balance both fire and water / Yin and Yang. Energetically, it can also help release stuck emotions. There are several different versions which I will introduce you to, I will be practicing this and trying to get a bit better at it all Summer. So why not take up the Flying Saucer Challenge with me and let me know how you get on in the comments! It's even a fun one for the kids to try if they need a bit of holiday entertainment ;). Don't forget to come and say hi on Instagram @qi_and_gong & if you like, you can also buy me a coffee here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/QiGongMaggie ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YLTQjDaXy0Q